ste·a·tite /ˈstiəˌtaɪt/
凍石,滑石
Ste·a·tite n. Min. A massive variety of talc, of a grayish green or brown color. It forms extensive beds, and is quarried for fireplaces and for coarse utensils. Called also potstone, lard stone, and soapstone.
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steatite
n : a soft heavy compact variety of talc having a soapy feel;
used to make hearths and tabletops and ornaments [syn: soapstone,
soaprock, soap-rock]