2. Noun. A process in which wax is removed from a material or a surface ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Dewaxing
1. dewax [v] - See also: dewax
Lexicographical Neighbors of Dewaxing
Literary usage of Dewaxing
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Interim Report of the Committee on Changes in New Source Review Programs for by National Research Council (U.S.) (2005)
"Dewaxing is a process that removes waxy contaminants (paraffins) from ...
The dewaxing process can be either catalytic (paraffins in the lubricant arc ..."
2. Energy Statistics of OECD Countries 2001-2002, 2004 Editionby IEA Staff by IEA Staff (2004)
"... CnH2n>2- These waxes are residues extracted when dewaxing lubricant oils, and
they have a crystalline structure with carbon number greater than l2. ..."
3. Energy Statistics of Non-Oecd Countries: 2003/2004: 2006 Edition by Oecd, International Energy Agency (2006)
"These waxes are residues extracted when dewaxing lubricant oils, and they have
a crystalline structure which is more or less fine according to the grade. ..."
4. Oil Information 2006: With 2005 Databy International Energy Agency by International Energy Agency (2006)
"These waxes are residues extracted when dewaxing lubricant oils. They have a
crystalline structure which is more- or-less fine according to the grade. ..."
5. Oil Information 2003by IEA, International Energy Agency by IEA, International Energy Agency (2003)
"These waxes are residues extracted when dewaxing lubricant oils. They have a
crystalline structure which is more-or-less fine according to the grade. ..."
6. Energy Statistics of Non-OECD Countries 2001/2002 by International Energy Agency, IEA Staff (2004)
"These waxes are residues extracted when dewaxing lubricant oils, and they have
a crystalline structure with carbon ..."
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