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cer·e·sin

(ser'ĕ-sin),
A natural mixture of hydrocarbons of high molecular weight; a substitute for beeswax, also used in dentistry for impressions.
Synonym(s): cerin, cerosin, earth wax, mineral wax (2) , purified ozokerite
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cer·e·sin

, cerin , cerosin (serĕ-sin, -in, -ō-sin)
Mixture of hydrocarbons of high molecular weight; used in dentistry for impressions.
Synonym(s): earth wax, mineral wax (1) .
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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