mineral jelly
(min-er-al-jel-ly)
5 syllables
Definition
noun. a semisolid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum; used in medicinal ointments and for lubrication
Example Sentence
The main ingredient in the ointment was mineral jelly.
Synonyms
petrolatum; petroleum jelly; gelatinous substance
Antonyms
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