Steatite
Pronunciation : Ste"a*tite
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Gr. st?atite.] (Min.)
Definition : Defn: A massive variety of talc, of a grayish green or brown color. It forms extensive beds, and is quarried for fireplaces and for coarse utensils. Called also potstone, lard stone, and soapstone.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913