Definition for TRIP'O-LI

TRIP'O-LI, n.

In mineralogy, a mineral originally brought from Tripoli, used in polishing stones and metals. It has a argillaceous appearance, but is not compact. It has a fine hard grain, but does not soften by water, or mix with it. It is principally composed of silex. Cyc.

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