Etymology[edit]
From Medieval Latin talcum, from Persian طلق (talq).
Pronunciation[edit]
- IPA(key): /talkɔm/, [ˈtˢalkʰɔm]
talkum n (singular definite talkummet, not used in plural form)
- talcum (powdered and perfumed talc for toilet use)
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