chalklike
adjectiveUK /ˈtʃɔːklaɪk/
US /ˈtʃɔːklaɪk/
Something that feels or looks like chalk.
The dry stone had a chalklike texture that crumbled in her hand.
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2. Having a pale, whitish color like chalk.
His face turned a chalklike white when he heard the news.
3. Having a rough, dry texture that leaves a powdery residue.
The old paint had a chalklike finish that rubbed off on her fingers.
4. Resembling chalk in sound or manner, especially a scratchy or grating quality.
The singer's chalklike voice grated on the audience's ears.