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lanolin

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lan·o·lin  (ln-ln)
n.
A fatty substance obtained from wool and used in soaps, cosmetics, and ointments. Also called wool fat.

[German : from Latin lna, wool + Latin oleum, oil.]

lanolin [ˈlænəlɪn], lanoline [ˈlænəlɪn -ˌliːn]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a yellowish viscous substance extracted from wool, consisting of a mixture of esters of fatty acids: used in some ointments Also called wool fat
[via German from Latin lāna wool + oleum oil; see -in]
lanolated  [ˈlænəˌleɪtɪd] adj

lanolin  (ln-ln)
A yellowish-white wax secreted by the sebaceous glands of sheep to coat wool. Lanolin is composed of esters and polyesters of almost seventy alcohols and fatty acids. Since it is easily absorbed by the skin, it is used in soaps, cosmetics, and ointments.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.lanolin - a yellow viscous animal oil extracted from wool; a mixture of fatty acids and esters; used in some ointments and cosmetics
ointment, salve, unguent, balm, unction - semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
animal oil - any oil obtained from animal substances
2.lanolin - an emollient containing wool fat (a fatty substance obtained from the wool of sheep)
emollient, ointment, cream - toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin
Translations
lanolin lanoline [ˈlænəʊlɪn] Nlanolina f
lanolin [ˈlænəlɪn] nlanoline f
lanolin(e)
nLanolin nt
lanolin lanoline [ˈlænəlɪn] nlanolina


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