Words Like PARAFFIN
We have put together a list of words that are similar to PARAFFIN.
12 Alternative Words Similar to paraffin
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Methane
Noun Hyponym
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Heptane
Noun Hyponym
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Butane
Noun Hyponym
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Hexane
Noun Hyponym
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C2h6
Noun Hyponym
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Ethane
Noun Hyponym
10 definitions of paraffin
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a series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH(2n+2)
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(British usage) kerosine
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from crude petroleum; used for candles and for preservative or waterproof coatings
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A waxy white or colorless solid hydrocarbon mixture used to make candles, wax paper, lubricants, and sealing materials. Also called paraffin wax.
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Chemistry A member of the alkane series.
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Chiefly British Kerosene.
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To saturate, impregnate, or coat with paraffin.
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The collective name for compounds of the marsh-gas series which have the general formula CnH2n + 2—that is, two more than twice as many hydrogen atoms as carbon atoms.
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Specifically, in com. and manufacturing, a substance obtained by the dry distillation of wood, peat, bituminous coal, wax, etc.
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Petroleum or kerosene.