axunge

noun

ax·​unge

ˈakˌsənj

plural -s

: fat or grease usually of pigs or of geese

especially : lard prepared for medicinal use

Word History

Etymology

Middle French & Late Latin; Middle French axunge, from Late Latin axungia, from Latin, axle grease, from axis axle + -ungia (from ungere, unguere to grease, anoint)

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