paraffin in Greek
paraffin in Greek is παραφίνη — paraffin means a waxy or oily substance derived from petroleum, used as fuel, in candles, or for waterproofing.
paraffin in Greek
παραφίνη
Pronounced: parafini
(petrochemistry, organic compound) Any member of the alkane hydrocarbons.
What does "paraffin" mean?
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noun A waxy or oily substance derived from petroleum, used as fuel, in candles, or for waterproofing.
"The lamp burned paraffin oil for light."
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paraffin in a sentence
- The lamp burned paraffin oil for light.
- The candle was made from paraffin wax.
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What is "paraffin" in Greek?
"paraffin" in Greek is παραφίνη. paraffin means: A waxy or oily substance derived from petroleum, used as fuel, in candles, or for waterproofing.
How do you pronounce παραφίνη?
"paraffin" in Greek is παραφίνη, pronounced "parafini".
How do you use "paraffin" in a sentence?
Example: "The lamp burned paraffin oil for light." In Greek, "paraffin" is παραφίνη.
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