Philosophers' Wool (Noun)
Meaning
Oxide of zinc; a white powder used as a pigment or in cosmetics or glass or inks and in zinc ointment.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Philosophers' wool is a historical term for zinc oxide, a white powder used as a pigment or in cosmetics.
- The artist mixed philosophers' wool with linseed oil to create a vibrant white paint.
- In the 18th century, philosophers' wool was used as a key ingredient in the production of zinc ointment.
- The glassmaker added a small amount of philosophers' wool to the molten glass to create a delicate white hue.
- The cosmetics company used philosophers' wool as a safe and effective ingredient in their skin-whitening creams.