TALC


Meaning of TALC in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈtalk ]

noun

Etymology: French, from Middle French talk, from Medieval Latin talc, talcum, from Arabic ṭalq

Date: 1610

1. : a very soft mineral that is a basic silicate of magnesium, has a soapy feel, and is used especially in making talcum powder

2. : talcum powder

• talc·ose ˈtal-ˌkōs adjective

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