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Definition of soapstone

soapstone

/ˈsoʊp.stoʊn/
soap · stone
Plural:soapstones
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soapstone Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A soft, dense metamorphic rock composed primarily of talc that feels soapy to the touch and is widely used for carving sculptures, kitchen countertops, and laboratory sinks due to its resistance to heat and chemicals.

Example

"The sculptor carefully chiseled the block of gray soapstone into a smooth figurine of a polar bear."

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• Rhymes for soapstone

• Nearby Words

soapdish
soapfish
soaplike
soapstone
soapsuds
soapweed
soapwort

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 17th century as a compound of "soap" and "stone," named for the smooth, greasy texture imparted by its high talc content.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Soapstone. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/soapstone
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