ozocerite

/ˌoʊzoʊˈsɛrɪt, ˌoʊzəˈsɛrɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of waxy mineral, a mixture of magnesium carbonate and a mineral oil, used as a lubricant or in the manufacture of ointments and cosmetics.

“The cosmetics company used ozocerite in their new line of moisturizers.”

Synonyms

  • ceresin
  • mineral oil

Antonyms

  • petroleum