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Word: Pumicite
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
early 20th century. From pumice + -ite. Perhaps compare French pumicite pumice
Definition:
A volcanic ash with a composition similar to pumice but deposited as powder or granules, widely used in the manufacture of lightweight concrete and for its abrasive properties; unconsolidated volcanic ash.
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