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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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