steatite

UK
/ˈstiː.ə.taɪt/
US
/ˈstiː.ə.taɪt/

Übersetzungen

steatitesubstantiv
steatites
Pl.
The ancient sculpture was carved from steatite.
Древняя скульптура была вырезана из стеатита.
Synonyme
steatiteadjektiv
UK
/ˈstiː.ə.taɪt/
US
/ˈstiː.ə.taɪt/
Used attributively to describe objects made from or related to steatite.

Definitionen

steatitesubstantiv
A type of soft, compact, metamorphic rock that consists primarily of talc and is rich in magnesium, often used for carving and as a refractory material.
The artist chose steatite for the sculpture due to its softness and ease of carving.
steatiteadjektiv
Made from or relating to steatite.
The museum displayed a steatite amulet from ancient Egypt.