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Gum Turpentine

Noun

1. A yellowish, sticky liquid obtained from the resin of certain pine trees, commonly used as a solvent or paint thinner.

Sample Sentence: When painting with oil-based paints, it is advisable to clean brushes using gum turpentine to remove any residue.

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Adjective

1. Relating to or derived from gum turpentine.

Sample Sentence: The fabric was treated with a gum turpentine solution to enhance its durability and water repellency.

Verb

1. To treat or remove with gum turpentine.

Sample Sentence: The antique furniture was gum turpentined to remove old paint layers and reveal its original wood finish.

Local

1. In certain local regions, gum turpentine is used medicinally for various ailments or traditional remedies.

Sample Sentence: The local community would gather pine resin for gum turpentine extraction to create their unique traditional healing ointment.

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