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tung oil

/ˈtʌŋ ɔɪl/

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/ˈtʌŋ ɔɪl/C1formaltechnical
  • ruВысыхающее масло, извлекаемое из семян тунгового дерева, используемое в основном как водоотталкивающее покрытие для древесины, в лаках и в традиционной китайской обработке дерева.

A drying oil extracted from the seeds of the tung tree, used primarily as a waterproofing finish for wood, in varnishes, and in traditional Chinese woodworking.

  1. Wood finishing oilC1formal

    A drying oil extracted from the seeds of the tung tree, used as a waterproofing and finishing agent for wood.

    ruМасло тунгового дерева

    • He applied tung oil to the wooden table to protect it.
    • Tung oil gives a beautiful matte finish to furniture.
    • Many woodworkers prefer tung oil over varnish for its durability.