Definition of turpentine
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: a yellow to brown semifluid oleoresin obtained as an exudate from the terebinth
b
: an oleoresin obtained from various conifers (as some pines and firs)
2a
: an essential oil obtained from turpentines by distillation and used especially as a solvent and thinner
— called also gum turpentine
b
: a similar oil obtained by distillation or carbonization of pinewood
— called also wood turpentine
turpentine
verb
turpentined; turpentining
Definition of turpentine (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to apply turpentine to
2
: to extract turpentine from
especially
: to tap (pine trees) in order to obtain turpentine
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The first known use of turpentine was in the 14th century
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