June 18, 2006
petrolatum
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DEFINITION: (noun) A semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum; used in medicinal ointments and for lubrication.
SYNONYMS: mineral jelly, petroleum jelly.
USAGE: While her friends bought expensive designer lip balms, she stuck with her grandmother's remedy, a big jar of petrolatum.
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