Definition of Chalk

1. Noun. A soft whitish calcite.

Generic synonyms: Calcite
Terms within: Calcium Carbonate
Derivative terms: Chalky

2. Verb. Write, draw, or trace with chalk.
Entails: Delineate, Describe, Draw, Line, Trace
Generic synonyms: Draw

3. Noun. A pure flat white with little reflectance.
Generic synonyms: White, Whiteness
Derivative terms: Chalky

4. Noun. An amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant.

5. Noun. A piece of calcite or a similar substance, usually in the shape of a crayon, that is used to write or draw on blackboards or other flat surfaces.
Specialized synonyms: Drawing Chalk, Tailor's Chalk
Generic synonyms: Writing Implement
Derivative terms: Chalky

Definition of Chalk

1. n. A soft, earthy substance, of a white, grayish, or yellowish white color, consisting of calcium carbonate, and having the same composition as common limestone.

2. v. t. To rub or mark with chalk.

Definition of Chalk

1. to mark with chalk (a soft limestone) [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Medical Definition of Chalk

1. Synonym: calcium carbonate. Origin: L. Calx (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Chalk

chaldron
chaldrons
chaleh
chalehs
chalet
chalets
chalice
chaliced
chalices
chalice cell
chalice sign
chalice vine
chalicosis
chalinoplasty
chalk (current term)
chalk (current term)
chalkboard
chalkboards
chalked
chalkier
chalkiest
chalking
chalkitis
chalkpit
chalkpits
chalks
chalkstone
chalky
chalk dust
chalk line

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