stearin
9.9
A white, waxy fat used to make candles, soaps, and cosmetics
- noun
- /ˈstɪərɪn/
- Specialized
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estearina
- Candles made from stearin burn with a steady, bright flame.
Examples
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The soap recipe called for both stearin and coconut oil.
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The stearin in the candle made it burn longer and more evenly.
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A white, waxy appearance is a sign of high stearin content in the product.
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The candle is made from pure stearin.
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Many soaps contain stearin for its moisturizing properties.
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She bought a stearin candle for the romantic dinner they were planning.
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Many cosmetics contain stearin because of its moisturizing properties.
Synonyms
9.6
A fat in animal and plant oils made of three stearic acids and glycerol
is used in candles, soaps, and cosmetics rather than naming exact molecular form
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word stearin comes from the Greek root stéar, which means 'tallow' or 'hard fat'. That's why stearin is a white, waxy fat used for making candles, soaps, and cosmetics.
