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pebble

/ˈpɛb.əl/
noun

  1. A small stone, especially one rounded by the action of water.

  2. A particle from 4 to 64 mm in diameter, following the Wentworth scale.

  3. A small droplet of water intentionally sprayed on the ice that cause irregularities on the surface.

Synonymscube powder, prismatic powder
verb

  1. To pave with pebbles.

  2. To deposit water droplets on the ice.

    "to pebble the ice between games"

  3. To give (leather) a rough appearance with small rounded prominences.

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