chalk meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit words for chalk

chalk, lime

चूर्ण cūrṇa

English meaning of chalk

1. noun A soft, white, powdery limestone (calcium carbonate, CaCO₃).
2. noun A piece of chalk, or nowadays processed compressed gypsum (calcium sulfate, CaSO₄), that is used for drawing and for writing on a blackboard (chalkboard).
3. noun Tailor's chalk.
4. noun A white powdery substance used to prevent hands slipping from holds when climbing, or losing grip in weight-lifting or gymnastics, sometimes but not always limestone-chalk, often magnesium carbonate (MgCO₃).

Full definition of chalk

chalk in a sentence

• chalk cliffs are not recommended for climbing
• when working out your next move, it's a good idea to get some more chalk from the bag
• chalk your hands before climbing

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Questions about chalk in Sanskrit

What is the meaning of chalk in Sanskrit?

Chalk in Sanskrit is चूर्ण (cūrṇa).

chalk इत्यस्य संस्कृते कः अर्थः?

Chalk: चूर्ण (cūrṇa).

What does chalk mean in English?

Chalk means a soft, white, powdery limestone (calcium carbonate, CaCO₃).