English Explanatory Dictionary

carnauba wax

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A yellow-brown wax obtained from the leaves of the Brazilian carnauba palm (Copernicia prunifera); used in cosmetics, polishes etc.

Word forms

carnauba wax carnauba waxes

Synonyms

E903 when used as a glazing agent
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