ceresin

/ ˈsɛrɪsɪn /

noun

1. a white wax extracted from ozocerite

Word History and Origins

Origin of ceresin¹

C19: irregularly from Latin cēra wax

Example Sentences

By substituting ceresin, a paraffin obtained from ozokerite or earthwax, for crystalline paraffin, the chance of cracking is obviated.

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