petroleum jelly
US /pəˈtroʊ.li.əm ˌdʒel.i/
UK /pəˈtroʊ.li.əm ˌdʒel.i/
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vaselina
a translucent yellowish or whitish viscous mixture of hydrocarbons, used as an ointment or lubricant.
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She applied petroleum jelly to her dry lips.
Ha applicato la vaselina sulle labbra secche.
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Petroleum jelly can be used to protect minor cuts and scrapes.
La vaselina può essere usata per proteggere piccoli tagli e abrasioni.