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Tallow(TAL-oh)

Quick Detail: A rendered fat traditionally used for candles.

Definition: Tallow is a slow-burning material that once fueled lanterns and candles before modern waxes became common. It gives off a warm, steady flame with a faintly earthy scent. The substance carries an old-fashioned atmosphere, recalling nights lit by hand-poured tapers. Though simple, tallow played an essential role in keeping darkness at bay. Its glow feels deeply rooted in earlier times.

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