chalk Synonyms
Another word for chalk
• noun (Context 1)
A prepared stick or cylindrical piece of this substance, or a similar material, used for writing and drawing on surfaces such as blackboards or sidewalks.
"The professor picked up a fresh piece of crayon and began writing complex equations on the blackboard."
• noun (Context 2)
A soft, white, porous sedimentary rock primarily composed of calcium carbonate.
"The famous white cliffs on the southern coast of England are composed almost entirely of limestone."
• verb (Context 3)
To write, draw, or mark something using a piece of chalk.
"The children spent the entire afternoon chalking a colorful hopscotch grid onto the sidewalk."
• noun (Context 4)
A powdery substance rubbed onto the hands or equipment to absorb sweat and increase friction, commonly used in gymnastics, weightlifting, and rock climbing.
"The gymnast clapped her hands, sending a white cloud of rosin into the air before stepping up to the uneven bars."
• verb (Context 5)
To rub or treat a surface, tool, or one's hands with chalk to increase grip and prevent slipping.
"He carefully chalked the tip of his pool cue before leaning over the table to take the final shot."
Opposites of chalk
The opposite of chalk shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: