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🎬 Japanese animation 🌳 A tree resin
anime

anime

9.9
A natural sticky resin from tropical trees used to make varnish
  • noun
  • /ˈænɪmeɪ/
  • Archaic
translation icon : anime (resina)
  • The anime is harvested from specific tropical trees.

Examples

  • The varnish was made from high-quality anime collected in West Africa.

  • Many products contain anime for their glossy finish.

  • Collectors prize rare specimens of anime for their clarity and natural color.

  • She imported anime to use in her restoration work on antique furniture.

  • The artist used anime to create a glossy finish on the woodworking project.

  • He applied anime to the surface to protect it from damage and enhance its shine.

  • They chose anime for the varnish because it dries quickly and is environmentally friendly.

Synonyms

gum anime
vsanime
  • Specialized
9.9

A sticky substance from some tropical trees that people use to make varnish and incense

is the specific resin used mainly for varnishes and lacquers

Compounds

gum anime
  • Specialized
9.9

A sticky substance from some tropical trees that people use to make varnish and incense

Surface Forms

anime singular
animes plural

Etymology

Anime for a natural resin is linked to older words like anima meaning 'life' or 'soul'. A helpful way to remember it is that resin is the tree's 'living' sap used in varnish, which explains its name.