Paraffined: meaning, definitions and examples
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paraffined
[ ˈpærəfaɪnd ]
chemical process
Paraffined refers to a substance that has been treated with paraffin, a waxy compound. This treatment can be used for various purposes, including preservation, protection from moisture, and enhancing the aesthetic appeal of certain items.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The paraffined paper is ideal for wrapping food items.
- He used paraffined jars for his candle-making project.
- The artist applied a paraffined finish to his sculptures.
- The wood was paraffined to prevent water damage.
Translations
Translations of the word "paraffined" in other languages:
🇵🇹 parafinado
🇮🇳 पैराफिनयुक्त
🇩🇪 paraffiniert
🇮🇩 terpadu parafin
🇺🇦 парафінований
🇵🇱 parafinowany
🇯🇵 パラフィン処理された
🇫🇷 paraffiné
🇪🇸 parafinado
🇹🇷 parafinlenmiş
🇰🇷 파라핀 처리된
🇸🇦 مُعالج بالشمع
🇨🇿 parafínovaný
🇸🇰 parafínovaný
🇨🇳 石蜡处理的
🇸🇮 parafinsko obdelan
🇮🇸 parafínfyllt
🇰🇿 парафинделген
🇬🇪 პარაფინირებული
🇦🇿 parafinləşdirilmiş
🇲🇽 parafinado
Etymology
The term 'paraffined' derives from 'paraffin', which is a Latin word meaning 'little affinity'. The word reflects the chemical nature of paraffin, which shows a very low reactivity to other substances. Paraffin wax itself was first extracted from coal in the 1830s and later from petroleum. Its usage expanded in various industries, particularly in candle making and as a coating for food products to prevent spoilage. Over time, the process of paraffining came to encompass a variety of applications, from preserving natural products to enhancing their durability and aesthetic qualities. The use of paraffin has become widespread in both industrial and domestic settings, emphasizing the versatility and utility of the compound.