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soapstone

noun soap·stone \ˈsōp-ˌstōn\

: a type of soft stone that feels like soap

Full Definition of SOAPSTONE

:  a soft stone having a soapy feel and composed essentially of talc, chlorite, and often some magnetite
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First Known Use of SOAPSTONE

circa 1681

Rhymes with SOAPSTONE

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SOAPSTONE Defined for Kids

soapstone

noun soap·stone \ˈsōp-ˌstōn\

Definition of SOAPSTONE for Kids

:  a soft stone that has a soapy or greasy feeling

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