- A flammable, whitish, translucent, waxy solid consisting of a mixture of saturated hydrocarbons, obtained by distillation from petroleum or shale and used in candles, cosmetics, polishes, and sealing and waterproofing compounds
- A colorless, flammable, oily liquid similarly obtained and used as fuel, esp. kerosene
TYPES OF PARAFFIN:
Paraffin white Oil Medical
Wax Paraffin
