Definition

A type of hard fat that comes from the bodies of animals like cattle and sheep, often used to make candles, soap, and other products.

Example

The old-fashioned candle was made of tallow, giving it a unique smell when burned.

Conversation

I was reading about how tallow is used in making candles.

Oh really? I had no idea it came from animal fat.

Yeah, it's interesting how they use tallow for so many different products.

Absolutely! I guess it’s a versatile material after all.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To cover or coat something with a type of fat, often used in the context of preparing animals for butchering or for making candles and soap.

Example

The farmer decided to tallow the sheep before winter to keep them warm.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how they tallow animals for their fat?

Yeah, it's kind of interesting how that process works.

I read that they used to tallow them to make candles too!

Root Explanation

Tallow originates from Old French *talou*, which means animal fat or grease. It refers specifically to the rendered fat of cattle or sheep, used in making candles and soap.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for animal fat, 'talou', to remember that tallow is a type of animal fat used for making candles.

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