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vaseline

The correct spelling is vaseline.

How to pronounce vaseline

noun

Say it like: Vas-eli-ne

The correct spelling is vaseline. Petroleum jelly. For example: "Even at this late date, vaselining will preserve the best of these leathers."

Usage Examples

Even at this late date, vaselining will preserve the best of these leathers.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Petroleum jelly.
  2. 2.Any particular kind of petroleum jelly or of any similar lubricant.
  3. 3.A greenish-yellow coloured glass, or the colouring used in the manufacture of this glass.

verb

  1. 1.To lubricate with vaseline.

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