tripoli en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈtɹɪpəli/
- [ˈtʃɹɪpl̩i]
- [ˈtʃɹɪpəli]
Etymology
Originally brought from Tripoli in Libya.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A sedimentary rock composed of the shells of diatoms etc., used for polishing.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| tripolis | Number=Plur | lexicographic |