soapstone

noun

soap·​stone ˈsōp-ˌstōn 

: a soft stone having a soapy feel and composed essentially of talc, chlorite, and often some magnetite

Examples of soapstone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The open kitchen includes soapstone counters, and the primary bath has a soaker tub and heated floors. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 10 Nov. 2026

These muted mid-neutral tones act as a bridge between different materials, pairing effortlessly with natural timber wood floors, brass or matte black hardware, and stone surfaces like marble, soapstone, or granite. — Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 3 Nov. 2026

It is outfitted with premium BlueStar professional grade appliances, a Miele espresso machine, Miele microwave oven, a two-zone Miele wine refrigerator, and soapstone countertops. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

What ties the entire kitchen together is the spectacular soapstone kitchen island counters that mirror the stove backsplash. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1681, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for soapstone

• alone
• atone
• backbone
• bemoan
• bluestone
• breastbone
• brownstone
• capstone
• cheekbone
• condone
• curbstone
• cyclone

Kids Definition

soapstone

noun

soap·​stone ˈsōp-ˌstōn 

: a soft stone having a soapy feel and composed essentially of talc, chlorite, and often some magnetite