English

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Etymology

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

Pronunciation

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IPA(key): /ˈaksənd͡ʒ/

Noun

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axunge

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