axunge

English

Etymology

Borrowed from French axonge (“lard”), from Latin axungia, from axis (“wheel”) + ungere (“to grease, lubricate”).

Pronunciation

IPA(key): /ˈaksənj/

Noun

axunge

  1. Fat or grease, especially of a pig or goose.
  2. (medicine) Lard prepared for medical use.
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