Resin

Definitions

1. A viscous water-insoluble hydrocarbon exudate of certain plants, or such a substance as a component of a plant exudate; used in lacquers, varnishes and many other applications.
   countable, uncountable
2. Any synthetic compound of similar properties.
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Pine trees produce⟳ a sticky resin.”

“But those who attack violists shouldn't throw⟳ resin. Once the ergonomic viola catches on what instrument will be immune?”

“The artist used synthetic resin in her sculptures.”

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