the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. 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.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. Soapstone: an impure massive variety of talc. Also called potstone.
n. A gem or seal, cut in steatite.
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n. a soft heavy compact variety of talc having a soapy feel; used to make hearths and tabletops and ornaments
Word Usage
"Solid forms of talc are known as steatite or soapstone."