A white earthysubstance consisting of burnt gypsum and aluminiumsilicate (kaolin), or some similar ingredient, such as magnesia. It is sometimes used to adulterate certain foods, spices, candies, paints, etc.
Origin
Latin, meaning "white earth".
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