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Talcum Definition & Meaning

talcum
noun
  1. a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder
  2. a toilet powder made of purified talc and usually scented; absorbs excess moisture

"Talcum" in song lyrics

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  • "Used to push the powder like talcum"
    Almighty — Top Hat Rap
  • "They say underground fans are all the color of talcum"
    Immortal Technique f/ Mojo — Reverse Pimpology
  • "Look at your face white like talcum"
    Vast Aire f/ Genesis — Graveyard Shift

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Frequently asked questions

What does talcum mean?
a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder a toilet powder made of purified talc and usually scented; absorbs excess moisture
What part of speech is talcum?
Talcum is a noun.
How many definitions does talcum have?
Talcum has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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