Valuable oil? Crossword Clue

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Valuable oil? Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the products of human creativity; works of art collectively
2. the creation of beautiful or significant things

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

VALUABLE (adjective)
1. having worth or merit or value
2. having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange
VALUABLE (noun)
1. something of value
OIL (noun)
1. oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist
2. a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons
OIL (verb)
1. administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing
2. cover with oil, as if by rubbing

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