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earth wax

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Definition of earth wax

: ozokerite

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First Known Use of earth wax

1881, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for earth wax

translation of German erdwachs

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The first known use of earth wax was in 1881

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“Earth wax.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earth%20wax. Accessed 22 May. 2022.

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