talc

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

noun a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder
verb apply talcum powder to (one's body)

From Middle French talc, from Arabic طَلْق (ṭalq), from Persian تلک (talk), from Middle Persian [Term?] (“medicament”).

The obvious place to look was the talc shelf or smoke-guard of the lamp. — His last bow : $b Some later reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes, Arthur Conan Doyle
And in this way, with the talc that entered Aline's eyes, malice entered our hearts. — The Heather-Moon, C. N. (Charles Norris) Williamson
At night your wellcreamed braceletted hands will wear fortythreebutton gloves newpowdered with talc and having delicately scented fingertips. — Ulysses, James Joyce

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