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lard oil |
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lard oil [′lärd ‚ȯil] (materials) Yellowish to colorless oil with characteristic aroma and bland taste; melts at -2°C; soluble in carbon disulfide, ether, benzene, and chloroform; main components are olein and glycerides of solid fatty acids; used as a lubricant, wool oil, and illuminant, and in soap manufacture. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A century ago, light was generated by burning lard oil from pigs. |
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