Slickstone
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈslɪkˌstəʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Slickstone is a noun meaning Synonym of sleekstone.
Meaning
Synonym of sleekstone.
Example Sentences
Fig. 133 represents a white marble slickstone or smoothing implement of altogether different pattern from any previously described[…]
Take a Sheet of Lead, and have a piece of Lead made like a Slickſtone; then betvveen them tvvo grind vvhite Lead and Sallet-Oil till 'tis very fine, put it in a Gallipot for uſe.
Rounded stone and glass objects with fine radiating scratches on one surface represent the slickstones that were used in garment-making and laundry, to smooth the cloth and to press seams and pleats.
Word Forms
- slickstones
Synonyms for slickstone
Depending on context, synonyms include sleekstone.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sleekstone, cornstone, corestone, free-stone, silverstone, soapstone.
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