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PARAFFIN

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Paraffin.

Paraffin - as a noun

From crude petroleum; used for candles and for preservative or waterproof coatings

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paraffin wax

A series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula cnh(2n+2)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alkane10alkane seriesmethane seriesparaffin series
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aliphatic compound
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(british usage) kerosine

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paraffin oil

Paraffin - as a verb

To impregnate or treat with paraffin.

To embed in paraffin wax.

Example Sentences

"I bought a block of paraffin to use for candle-making."
"The paraffin wax is used as a waterproof coating for cheese."
"The skier applied paraffin to his ski bases for better glide."
"The doctor suggested a paraffin bath to soothe my arthritis pain."
"The paraffin heater provided warmth during the winter months."
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Word Game Points

Is PARAFFIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, paraffin is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARAFFIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PARAFFIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paraffin is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARAFFIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PARAFFIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paraffin is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARAFFIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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