talc
US /tælk/
UK /tælk/
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talco
a soft mineral, a hydrated magnesium silicate, occurring in a grey-white, green, or brownish mass, or in foliated or fibrous forms. It is used as a lubricant, an absorbent, and in the manufacture of ceramics, paint, and roofing materials.
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The sculptor used talc to create a smooth finish on the stone.
Lo scultore ha usato il talco per creare una finitura liscia sulla pietra.
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Talc is often found in metamorphic rocks.
Il talco si trova spesso nelle rocce metamorfiche.
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borotalco, talco in polvere
talcum powder
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She dusted the baby with a little talc after the bath.
Ha cosparso il bambino con un po' di talco dopo il bagno.
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The athlete applied talc to his hands for better grip.
L'atleta ha applicato il talco sulle mani per una migliore presa.