noun
- Plural of kaolin; a fine white clay mineral used in ceramics, paper coating, and other industrial applications.
Usage: Typically used in technical or industrial contexts.; Often uncountable in singular form, but plural 'kaolins' refers to different types or samples of kaolin.
Examples
- Different kaolins are mined from various regions around the world.
- The paper manufacturer tested several kaolins to improve coating quality.
- High-quality kaolins are essential for producing fine porcelain.
- Industrial kaolins are processed and refined before use in manufacturing.
- The ceramics factory sources kaolins from multiple suppliers.