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sandarac

/ˈsæn.də.ræk/

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noun

/ˈsæn.də.ræk/C2formaltechnical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее тип прочной ароматной древесины, используемой в строительстве, полупрозрачную смолу, применяемую в лаках, или хвойное вечнозелёное дерево, которое производит эти материалы.

A noun referring to a type of durable, fragrant wood used in construction, a translucent resin used in varnishes, or the coniferous evergreen tree that produces these materials.

  1. Durable fragrant woodC2formal

    A hard, aromatic wood obtained from the sandarac tree, historically used in construction, such as in the roof of the cathedral in Cordova, Spain.

    ruПрочная ароматная древесина

    • The ancient roof of the Cordova cathedral was built using sandarac wood.
    • Sandarac wood is prized for its durability and pleasant scent.
    • Craftsmen used sandarac for fine woodworking projects.
  2. Resin for varnishesC2formal

    A brittle, faintly aromatic translucent resin derived from the sandarac tree, used in the production of varnishes and lacquers.

    ruСандарак

    • Artists often mix sandarac resin with oil to create a glossy varnish.
    • The resin of sandarac is known for its clarity and hardness.
    • Traditional varnishes sometimes include sandarac for a durable finish.

    Synonymssandarach

  3. C2formal

    A large coniferous evergreen tree native to North Africa and Spain, with flattened branches and scalelike leaves, yielding hard fragrant wood and resin.

    ruСандарак

    • The sandarac tree thrives in the dry climates of North Africa and Spain.
    • Its scalelike leaves and flattened branches distinguish it from other conifers.
    • The bark of the sandarac tree produces a resin used in varnishes.
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