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kauri gum

/ˈkaʊri ɡʌm/

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/ˈkaʊri ɡʌm/C1formaltechnical
  • ruИскопаемая смола дерева каури, произрастающего в Новой Зеландии, исторически использовавшаяся в лаках, линолеуме и ювелирных изделиях.

A fossilized resin from the kauri tree, native to New Zealand, used historically in varnishes, linoleum, and jewelry.

  1. Fossilized tree resinC1formal

    A hard, amber-like resin from the kauri tree, found in New Zealand, historically used for varnishes and adhesives.

    ruИскопаемая древесная смола

    • Kauri gum was a major export from New Zealand in the 19th century.
    • The antique furniture was finished with a varnish made from kauri gum.
    • Digging for kauri gum was a common occupation in early New Zealand history.