resin
noun/ˈrɛzɪn/
Frequency rank: #6,774 most common English word
Meaning
A sticky substance produced by plants or made synthetically, used in varnishes, adhesives, and plastics.
Example sentence
The craftsman coated the wooden table with resin to give it a glossy finish.
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