Vaseline
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈvæ.sə.liːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Vaseline is a noun meaning Petroleum jelly.
Meaning
Petroleum jelly.
More Meanings
- Any particular kind of petroleum jelly or of any similar lubricant.
- (informal) Ellipsis of Vaseline glass, or the coloring used in making it.
- To lubricate with vaseline.
Example Sentences
Hearts of putty, hearts of vaseline.
Even at this late date, vaselining will preserve the best of these leathers.
A Russian vaseline has been lately added to the many kinds of vaseline found in […]
Word Forms
- vaselines
- vaselining
- vaselined
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gauze, petrolatum, xeroform, moisturizer, ointment, anaspalin.
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