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talcum (powder)

(talkəm)

noun

a powder for the body and face made of powdered, purified talc, usually perfumed

Origin: ML < Ar ṭalq, talc

See talcum (powder) in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
A fine, often perfumed powder made from purified talc for use on the skin.

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