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Definition of Kaoline

1. Noun. A fine usually white clay formed by the weathering of aluminous minerals (as feldspar); used in ceramics and as an absorbent and as a filler (e.g., in paper).

Definition of Kaoline

1. kaolin [n -S] - See also: kaolin

Medical Definition of Kaoline

1. 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. The name is now applied to all porcelain clays which endure the fire without discolouration. Origin: Chin. Kao-ling. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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