liquid paraffin
English
Pronunciation
- (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˌlɪk.wɪd ˈpa.ɹəf.ɪn/
- (General American) IPA(key): /ˌlɪk.wɪd ˈpɛɹ.əf.ɪn/
Noun
liquid paraffin (uncountable)
- (pharmacology) A colorless, odorless oily liquid consisting of a mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum, used chiefly in medicine for treating constipation and especially formerly as a demulcent and solvent for nose and throat medication.
References
- “liquid paraffin” in Lexico, Dictionary.com; Oxford University Press.
- “mineral oil” in Merriam–Webster Online Dictionary.