paraffin
/ˈpɛrəfɪn/
noun
- A waxy, white or colorless solid substance made from petroleum, used for making candles, wax paper, and for sealing jars.
- Paraffin wax is often used in beauty treatments for softening hands.
- She melted paraffin to pour into the candle molds.
- The old jar was sealed with a layer of paraffin to keep the jam fresh.
- A liquid fuel similar to kerosene, used in lamps, heaters, and some engines.
- The old stove burned paraffin, which gave off a distinct smell.
- In many rural homes, paraffin is still used for heating and cooking.
- They filled the camping lantern with paraffin before the trip.