talcum
['tælkәm]
n. 滑石

[医] 滑石, 滑石



talcum
[ noun ]

1. a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder

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2. a toilet powder made of purified talc and usually scented; absorbs excess moisture

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Talcum \Tal"cum\, n. [NL.] (Min.)
Same as {Talc}.
[Webster 1913 Suppl.]