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Definitions for: Talc
[n] a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder
[v] apply talcum powder to (one's body)
Webster (1913) Definition: Talc, n. [F. talc; cf. Sp. & It. talco, LL. talcus; all
fr. Ar. talq.] (Min.)
A soft mineral of a soapy feel and a greenish, whitish, or
grayish color, usually occurring in foliated masses. It is
hydrous silicate of magnesia. Steatite, or soapstone, is
a compact granular variety.
Indurated talc, an impure, slaty talc, with a nearly
compact texture, and greater hardness than common talc; --
called also talc slate.
Synonyms: talcum
See Also: French chalk, mineral, powder, rensselaerite, soaprock, soapstone, steatite, talcum powder
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