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alkyd

al·kyd [ ál kid ] (plural al·kyds) or al·kyd res·in [ ál kid rèzzin ] (plural al·kyd res·ins)


noun 
Definition:
 
sticky resin used in paints: a sticky resin that is prepared from phthalic acid and glycerol and becomes liquid or plastic when heated. Use: paints, lacquer.

[Early 20th century. <alkyl + acid]
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