[talc] n [MF talc mica, fr. ML talk, fr. Ar talq] (1610) 1: a very soft mineral that is a basic silicate of magnesium, has a soapy feel, and is used esp. in making talcum powder
2: talcum powder -- talc.ose adj
[talc] n [MF talc mica, fr. ML talk, fr. Ar talq] (1610) 1: a very soft mineral that is a basic silicate of magnesium, has a soapy feel, and is used esp. in making talcum powder
2: talcum powder -- talc.ose adj
Merriam-Webster English vocab. Английский словарь Merriam Webster. 2012