alabaster
noun/ˈæləˌbæstər/
Frequency rank: #16,916 most common English word
Meaning
A fine-grained, translucent white stone often used for carving and decoration.
Example sentence
The sculptor carved her figure from pure alabaster, giving it a smooth, white finish.
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