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paraffin oil

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun paraffin oil has 1 sense
  1. paraffin, paraffin oil - British usage
    --1 is a kind of kerosene, kerosine, lamp oil, coal oil

Definitions from the Web

Paraffin Oil

Noun: A colorless, transparent, and odorless liquid derived from petroleum that is used as a lubricant, fuel, or solvent.

Example Sentence: I used paraffin oil to lubricate the gears of my bicycle.

Noun: A mineral oil with a high level of purity, often used in the medical field for its soothing and moisturizing properties.

Example Sentence: The doctor recommended the use of paraffin oil to relieve the dryness and discomfort of my skin.

Noun: A type of lamp oil that produces a steady and smokeless flame, commonly used in oil lamps and lanterns.

Example Sentence: I lit the oil lamp, filled with paraffin oil, to create a warm and cozy atmosphere in the room.

Adjective: Referring to something that is related to or made of paraffin oil.

Example Sentence: The paraffin oil lamp created a soft and gentle glow in the room.

Local Usage: In certain regions, paraffin oil may be referred to as kerosene oil.

Example Sentence: In rural areas, kerosene oil, also known as paraffin oil, is commonly used for heating and lighting purposes.

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