soapstone

UK
/ˈsəʊp.stəʊn/
US
/ˈsoʊp.stoʊn/

Traductions

soapstonenoun
The artist carved a beautiful sculpture out of soapstone.
Художник вырезал красивую скульптуру из талькохлорита.
soapstoneadjective
UK
/ˈsəʊp.stəʊn/
US
/ˈsoʊp.stoʊn/
Attributive use: describes objects made of or resembling soapstone; relational, therefore no comparative/superlative.

Définitions

soapstonenoun
A soft metamorphic rock composed primarily of talc, often used for carving and as a material for countertops and stoves.
The artist chose soapstone for her sculpture because of its smooth texture and ease of carving.
A type of stone that is heat-resistant and often used in the construction of fireplaces and wood stoves.
The soapstone fireplace added a rustic charm to the cabin while efficiently retaining heat.
soapstoneadjective
Made of or relating to soapstone.
They installed soapstone countertops throughout the kitchen.