lanolin

== English == === Alternative forms === lanoline === Etymology === Former trademark (1885-1902), from lāna (“wool”) + oleum (“oil”) + -in === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈlænəlɪn/ === Noun === lanolin (usually uncountable, plural lanolins) 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. ==== Synonyms ==== E913 when used as a glazing agent (greasy yellow substance): lanichol, laniol, wool fat, wool grease, wool wax, yolk ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Verb === lanolin (third-person singular simple present lanolins, present participle lanolining, simple past and past participle lanolined) (transitive) To treat with lanolin.