Synonyms for

Resin

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

Definition

a sticky substance that comes from certain trees and plants and is used to make various products such as varnishes, adhesives, and plastics.

Synonyms & similar words

rosin gum sap pitch mastic balsam copal lacquer shellac varnish adhesive glue epoxy polymer plastic synthetic compound composite material substance stuff

Synonyms by register

Formal

polymer gum sap exudate

Informal

glue stickum goo

Literary

amber ichor

Antonyms

liquid gas water solution solvent dissolved substance

Common collocations

  • natural resin
  • synthetic resin
  • resin acid
  • resin content
  • resin production
  • resin extraction
  • resin-based
  • hard resin

Word family

noun resin
adjective resinous

Usage note

Resin can refer to natural sticky substances from plants or synthetic polymers. Be mindful of context to distinguish between these meanings.

Example sentences

  1. The artist used resin to make a sculpture.
  2. The carpenter used resin to glue the pieces of wood together.
  3. The company made plastic containers using resin.
  4. The resin from the tree is used to make perfumes.
  5. The resin in the plant has medicinal properties.

Quotes

  • The sun grew strong and the resinous pitch began to ooze from the trees. - Jean M. Auel
  • The Valley of Horses
  • Every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it. - Michelangelo

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