Alkyd
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noun.
A durable synthetic resin derived from polyalcohol and phthalic anhydride, often used for coatings and adhesives.
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noun.
A
synthetic
resin
derived from a reaction between
alcohol
and certain
acids
, used as a
base
for many
laminates
,
paints
and
coatings
.
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noun.
a durable synthetic resin widely used in adhesives and paints
Word Usage
"Sylvia Maier , a Brooklyn-based artist, painted seven of the portraits featuring Ms. Brown, using actual cocoa mixed with alkyd paint and wax."
Hypernym
Words that are more generic or abstract
synthetic resin
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