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sardine oil [sär′dēn ‚ȯil] (materials) Combustible, yellow liquid obtained from sardines; soluble in alcohol, ether, and chloroform; solidifies at about 30°C; used in soaps and pet foods, and as a lubricant. 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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| After rubbing sardine oil on their hands to prevent frostbite, Child and his mates stank so much a villager begged them to wash following weeks of abstention. But Knight said scientists, who at first thought it might be sardine oil, remain baffled about exactly what the substance is. |
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