LANOLIN

lanolin

(noun) an emollient containing wool fat (a fatty substance obtained from the wool of sheep)

lanolin, wool fat, wool grease

(noun) a yellow viscous animal oil extracted from wool; a mixture of fatty acids and esters; used in some ointments and cosmetics

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

lanolin (usually uncountable, plural lanolins)

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.

Synonyms

• E913 when used as a glazing agent

• (greasy yellow substance): lanichol, laniol, wool fat, wool grease, wool wax

Source: Wiktionary

Lan"o*lin, n. Etym: [L. lana wool + oleum oil.] (Physiol. Chem.)

Definition: A peculiar fatlike body, made up of cholesterin and certain fatty acids, found in feathers, hair, wool, and keratin tissues generally.

Note: Under the same name, it is prepared from wool for commercial purposes, and forms an admirable basis for ointments, being readily absorbed by the skin.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition