English to Hindi Dictionary

Hindi meaning of Meerschaum

meerschaum

/ सघ्ुद्रफेन

English Dictionary:

1. Meerschaum

[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.
- A tobacco pipe made of this mineral.