KAOLIN

Etymology

Noun

kaolin (countable and uncountable, plural kaolins)

A fine clay, rich in kaolinite, used in ceramics, paper-making, etc.

Synonyms

• china clay

• E559 when used as an anti-caking agent

• paper clay

Source: Wiktionary


Ka"o*lin, Ka"o*line, n. Etym: [Chin. kao-ling.] (Min.)

Definition: A very pure white clay, ordinarily in the form of an impalpable powder, and used to form the paste of porcelain; China clay; porcelain clay. It is chiefly derived from the decomposition of common feldspar.

Note: The name is now applied to all porcelain clays which endure the fire without discoloration.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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