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steatite

Pronunciation: /ˈstɪətʌɪt/

Definition of steatite

noun

[mass noun]
  • the mineral talc occurring in consolidated form, especially as soapstone.

Derivatives

steatitic

Pronunciation: /-ˈtɪtɪk/

adjective

Origin:

mid 18th century: via Latin from Greek steatītēs, from stear, steat- 'tallow'

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