Enter the word for search

petrolatum

/ˌpɛtrəˈleɪtəm/

Translations

petrolatumnoun

petrolatums

Petrolatum is often used in skincare products.

Вазелин часто используется в средствах по уходу за кожей.

Additional translations

Synonyms

petroleum jelly

soft paraffin

white petrolatum

mineral oil

petrolatumadjective

/ˌpɛtrəˈleɪtəm/

Used attributively in combinations such as “petrolatum gauze”, functioning as an adjective.

Synonyms

petrolatumnoun

A semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum, used as a lubricant and in medicinal ointments.

The doctor recommended applying petrolatum to the wound to keep it moist and aid in healing.

petrolatumadjective

Containing, made of, or relating to petrolatum.

The surgeon covered the incision with a petrolatum gauze dressing.