Vocabulary Entry

tallow

|noun • verb

noun

A fatty substance derived from animal fat, used in making candles and soap.

Example Sentences

"The candles were made of tallow, giving them a distinctive smell."

"In the past, tallow was a common material for making lubricants."

"The old-fashioned soap was made from tallow rather than modern synthetic ingredients."

verb

Example Sentences

"He had to tallow the wheels before the journey to prevent them from squeaking."

"The blacksmith would tallow the tools to ensure they remained in good condition."

"The mechanic decided to tallow the hinges to make them operate smoothly."