Pronunciation: /ˈtɜrpənˌtaɪn/
noun a volatile pungent oil distilled from gum turpentine or pine wood, used in mixing paints and varnishes
A1 I used turpentine to clean my paintbrushes.
A2 Turpentine is often used as a solvent in paint thinners.
B1 The artist mixed oil paint with turpentine to create a thinner consistency.
B2 The strong smell of turpentine filled the art studio.
C1 Some people are allergic to the fumes of turpentine and must use alternative solvents.
C2 The conservationist carefully removed layers of old varnish with a solution containing turpentine.
verb None
A1 I turpentine the wooden furniture to make it shine.
A2 She turpentines the deck every summer to protect it from the weather.
B1 The artist turpentined the canvas before starting to paint.
B2 He carefully turpentined the old painting to remove the dirt and grime.
C1 The restoration expert turpentined the antique furniture to preserve its original finish.
C2 The conservator turpentined the priceless artwork with great skill and precision.
adjective None
A1 I used turpentine to clean the paintbrushes.
A2 The artist preferred to use turpentine to thin out the oil paint.
B1 The strong smell of turpentine filled the art studio.
B2 The turpentine solution helped remove the stubborn paint stains from the floor.
C1 The artist carefully mixed the turpentine with oil to create a unique medium for painting.
C2 The conservationist used turpentine to clean and restore the old oil paintings in the museum.
adverb None
A1 I clean my paint brushes with turpentine.
A2 She diluted the paint with turpentine to make it easier to work with.
B1 The artist carefully mixed the colors using turpentine as a medium.
B2 The strong smell of turpentine filled the art studio as the painter worked on his masterpiece.
C1 The art conservator used turpentine to carefully remove old varnish from the painting.
C2 The renowned artist preferred to work with traditional materials, such as turpentine, to create his masterpieces.
pronoun None
A1 Turpentine is a type of solvent used in painting.
A2 I spilled turpentine on my clothes and now they smell like it.
B1 The artist used turpentine to clean their brushes after painting.
B2 Turpentine can be toxic if ingested or inhaled in large amounts.
C1 The conservationist recommended using turpentine to remove the old varnish from the painting.
C2 Turpentine has been used for centuries in various industries for its solvent properties.
preposition None
A1 I cleaned the paintbrush with turpentine.
A2 She accidentally spilled turpentine on the floor.
B1 The artist mixed turpentine with oil paint to create a thinner consistency.
B2 The strong smell of turpentine filled the room as the painter worked on his masterpiece.
C1 The conservationist used turpentine to gently remove old varnish from the painting.
C2 The restoration expert carefully applied turpentine to reveal the intricate details of the ancient artwork.
conjunction None
A1 I need to buy some turpentine to clean my paint brushes.
A2 Turpentine is often used as a solvent in oil-based paints.
B1 I will use turpentine to remove the old varnish from the furniture.
B2 Turpentine can be harmful if inhaled in large quantities.
C1 The artist mixed turpentine with linseed oil to create a thinner paint consistency.
C2 Turpentine has been used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic properties.
interjection None
A1 Turpentine! That smells strong.
A2 Turpentine! Be careful not to spill it.
B1 Turpentine! I need to use it to clean my paintbrushes.
B2 Turpentine! Make sure to ventilate the room when using it.
C1 Turpentine! It's important to follow safety precautions when handling it.
C2 Turpentine! I prefer using odorless mineral spirits instead.
article None
A1 Turpentine is a type of solvent.
A2 I used turpentine to clean my paint brushes.
B1 Turpentine is commonly used in oil painting to thin paint.
B2 Artists often prefer turpentine over other solvents for its strong odor.
C1 Turpentine can be harmful if not used in a well-ventilated area.
C2 Some artists have switched to less toxic alternatives to turpentine for health reasons.
formal The artist used turpentine to clean their paintbrushes.
informal I accidentally spilled turpentine on the floor while painting.
slang I can't stand the smell of turpentine, it's so strong.
figurative His words cut through the conversation like turpentine on paint.
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