Resin

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛzɪn/

Definitions of resin

noun a sticky flammable organic substance, insoluble in water, exuded by some trees and other plants

Example Sentences

A1 Resin is a sticky substance that comes from trees.

A2 Some artists use resin to create shiny coatings on their artwork.

B1 Resin is often used in the manufacturing of plastic products.

B2 Epoxy resin is a popular choice for DIY projects and repairs.

C1 The resin used in the construction industry must meet specific quality standards.

C2 Certain types of resin can be toxic if not handled properly.

Examples of resin in a Sentence

formal The artist used a special type of resin to preserve the delicate details of the sculpture.

informal I heard that resin is a popular material for making custom jewelry.

slang I'm loving the resin coasters you made, they're so cool!

figurative His words were like resin, sticking in my mind long after he had spoken.

Grammatical Forms of resin

• past tense: resined
• plural: resins
• comparative: more resinous
• superlative: most resinous
• present tense: resins
• future tense: will resin
• perfect tense: have resined
• continuous tense: is resining
• singular: resin
• positive degree: resin
• infinitive: to resin
• gerund: resining
• participle: resined

Origin and Evolution of resin

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'resin' comes from the Old French word 'rezine' which is derived from the Latin word 'resina'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to refer to the sticky substance exuded by certain trees, the term 'resin' has evolved to encompass a wider range of natural and synthetic substances with similar properties.