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Definition of Meerschaum

1. Noun. A white clayey mineral.

Definition of Meerschaum

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.

Definition of Meerschaum

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Medical Definition of Meerschaum

1. 1. 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. A tobacco pipe made of this mineral. Origin: G, lit, sea foam; meer sea + schaum foam; but it perh. Is a corruption of the Tartaric name myrsen. Cf. Mere a lake, and Scum. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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