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Lac

Verb / læk / Another word for lac — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lac is a resinous substance secreted by insects and used as a dye and in making varnish.

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Common collocations

  • stick lac
  • seed lac
  • shellac
  • lac beetle
  • lac dye
  • lac resin
  • lac insect

Word family

noun lac
adjective laccic

Usage note

Lac is a resinous secretion of certain scale insects. It is often used in its processed form, shellac.

Example sentences

  1. The furniture was coated with a layer of lac to protect the wood.
  2. The red dye was made from lac insects.
  3. The lacquer on the car made it shine in the sun.
  4. The artist mixed lac with oil to make a paint.
  5. The varnish was made from a blend of lac and other ingredients.

Quotes

  • The lac of conversation is a lack of listening.
  • Success is achieved and maintained by those who try and keep trying, by those who are willing to endure failure and overcome obstacles, by those who persist and persevere.
  • The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive and passion, it's possible to achieve the American dream.

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