Associations to the word «Steatite»

Wiktionary

STEATITE, noun. (mineralogy) soapstone

Dictionary definition

STEATITE, noun. A soft heavy compact variety of talc having a soapy feel; used to make hearths and tabletops and ornaments.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke