Resins

/ˈrɛzɪnz/ noun

Definition

Sticky organic substances secreted by plants, or synthetic materials with similar properties used in manufacturing.

Etymology

From Old French resine, from Latin resina, from Greek rhētinē. The word has maintained its connection to tree-derived substances while expanding to include synthetic polymers with similar properties.

Kelly Says

Ancient civilizations valued certain resins like frankincense and myrrh as highly as gold, leading to extensive trade networks. Modern synthetic resins revolutionized manufacturing, from plastics to adhesives, while maintaining the name of their natural predecessors.

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