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Synonyms of lanolin

7 similar words

Another word for lanolin is yolk. Other synonyms of lanolin are lanichol and laniol.

Synonyms and similar words for lanolin

nounA greasy yellow substance chemically akin to wax that is secreted from wooly animals, with a...

E913 when used as a glazing agent
lanicholLanolin.
laniolLanolin.
wool fatLanolin.
wool greaseLanolin.
wool waxLanolin.
yolkThe grease in a sheep's fleece; lanolin.

Meaning of lanolin

noun A greasy yellow substance chemically akin to wax that is secreted from wooly animals, with a variety of uses from rust prevention, lubrication and waterproofing to cosmetics and skin ointments.
verb To treat with lanolin.

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Questions about synonyms of lanolin

What is another word for lanolin?: Lanolin has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as yolk, lanichol and laniol.
What does lanolin mean?: Lanolin means a greasy yellow substance chemically akin to wax that is secreted from wooly animals, with a variety of uses from rust prevention, lubrication and waterproofing to cosmetics and skin ointments.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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