Crossword clue

“Pumice or basalt”

This clue appeared as 24-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 27, 2026. The answer has 12 letters.

Answer · 12 lettersFirst appearance
VOLCANICROCK
Letters12
Starts withV
Ends withK
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 27, 202612 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Pumice or basalt” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 27, 2026 as 24-Across. Its answer is a 12-letter word that starts with V and ends with K, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Pumice or basalt” clue?+

The answer is VOLCANICROCK (12 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 27, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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