noun
- Plural of kaoline; a fine white clay mineral used in ceramics, paper coating, and other industrial applications.
Usage: Also called china clay or porcelain clay.; Primarily used in technical and industrial contexts.
Examples
- The pottery factory sources high-quality kaolines from several suppliers.
- Different kaolines have varying levels of purity and whiteness.
- Kaolines are essential raw materials in the paper industry.
- The ceramic artist tested several kaolines to find the best one for her glazes.
- Industrial kaolines must meet strict specifications for particle size and chemical composition.