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“Pomace” or “Pumice”

Overview

pomace / pumice are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

pomace: NA

pumice: (noun) a light glass formed on the surface of some lavas; used as an abrasive. (verb) rub with pumice, in order to clean or to smoothen.

Pronunciation

pomace: NA

pumice: p·AH·m·ah·s

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Examples in Context

Examples of “pomace”

Examples of “pumice”

  • Uprooted trees, mixed with pumice ash, washed into the sea
  • and create volcanic ash and pumice, which is then ejected through
  • Pumice stones of up to in
  • and James Sibbald'' encountered extensive pumice rafts about west of Tambora.
  • Pumice


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