lanolina

Definitions of lanolina
  1. noun
    an emollient containing wool fat (a fatty substance obtained from the wool of sheep)
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    crema
    toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin
  2. noun
    a yellow viscous animal oil extracted from wool; a mixture of fatty acids and esters; used in some ointments and cosmetics
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