neat's-foot oil

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neat's-foot oil (n

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A light yellow oil obtained from the feet and shinbones of cattle, used chiefly to dress leather.

neat's-foot oil

(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a yellow fixed oil obtained by boiling the feet and shinbones of cattle and used esp to dress leather

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neat's-foot oil - a pale yellow oil made from the feet and legs of cattle; used as a dressing for leather

animal oil - any oil obtained from animal substances

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