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Meerschaum

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(1):

(n.) A fine white claylike mineral, soft, and light enough when in dry masses to float in water. It is a hydrous silicate of magnesia, and is obtained chiefly in Asia Minor. It is manufacturd into tobacco pipes, cigar holders, etc. Also called sepiolite.

(2):

(n.) A tobacco pipe made of this mineral.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Meerschaum'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​m/meerschaum.html. 1828.
 
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