Meaning of the word "petroleum jelly" in English

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petroleum jelly

US /pəˈtroʊ.li.əm ˌdʒel.i/
UK /pəˈtroʊ.li.əm ˌdʒel.i/
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Noun

1.

a translucent yellowish or whitish viscous mixture of hydrocarbons, used as an ointment or lubricant.

Example:
She applied petroleum jelly to her dry lips.
Petroleum jelly can be used to protect minor cuts and scrapes.
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