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Definition of Lanolin
1. Noun. A yellow viscous animal oil extracted from wool; a mixture of fatty acids and esters; used in some ointments and cosmetics.
Substance meronyms: Balm, Ointment, Salve, Unction, Unguent
Generic synonyms: Animal Oil
2. Noun. An emollient containing wool fat (a fatty substance obtained from the wool of sheep).
Definition of Lanolin
1. n. A peculiar fatlike body, made up of cholesterin and certain fatty acids, found in feathers, hair, wool, and keratin tissues generally.
Definition of Lanolin
1. Noun. A greasy yellow substance chemically akin to wax that is secreted from wooly animals, with a variety of uses from rust prevention, lubrication and waterproofing to cosmetics and skin ointments. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Lanolin
1. a fatty substance obtained from wool [n -S]
Medical Definition of Lanolin
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