resinoid

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res·in·oid

(rĕz′ə-noid′)

adj.

Relating to, resembling, or containing resin.

1. A viscous substance extracted from a plant resin with a solvent, especially one used in perfumery.

2. A synthetic resin, especially a thermosetting resin.

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resinoid

(ˈrɛzɪˌnɔɪd)

adj

(Elements & Compounds) resembling, characteristic of, or containing resin

(Elements & Compounds) any resinoid substance, esp a synthetic compound

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res•in•oid

(ˈrɛz əˌnɔɪd)

adj.

1. resinlike.

2. a resinoid substance.

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resinoid - a plastic containing resins

plastic - generic name for certain synthetic or semisynthetic materials that can be molded or extruded into objects or films or filaments or used for making e.g. coatings and adhesives

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