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copaiba

copaiba

9.9
A sticky natural substance from South American trees used in ointments and varnishes
  • noun
  • /koʊˈpeɪbə/
  • Specialized
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  • The artist used copaiba in her varnish.

Examples

  • The craftsman applied a layer of copaiba to seal the wood.

  • The traditional healer used copaiba resin in his ointment to soothe skin irritations.

  • Herbalists sometimes use copaiba in topical ointments to treat skin irritations.

  • The copaiba resin is harvested from South American trees.

  • Copaiba is known for its healing properties.

  • Hygiene Soap promises to control body odor and kill bacteria with copaiba balsam, another natural disinfectant.

  • Artisans prefer using copaiba in their varnishes for its high-quality finish and durability.

Synonyms

copaiba balsam
vscopaiba
  • Specialized
9.9

A thick fragrant sap from Copaifera trees used in varnishes, perfumes, and ointments

is less associated with fragrance and used mainly for varnishes and occasional medicine
balsam capivi
vscopaiba
  • Specialized
9.9

A thick sticky oil from the Copaifera tree used in ointments and varnishes

is used mainly for varnishes and occasionally medicine rather than preservation

Compounds

copaiba balsam
  • Specialized
9.9

A thick fragrant sap from Copaifera trees used in varnishes, perfumes, and ointments

Surface Forms

copaiba singular
copaibas plural

Etymology

Copaiba came into English from Portuguese copaíba, a name taken from a native Amazon language for the 'tree' and the sticky 'resin' it gives. So today copaiba means the oily resin taken from South American trees and used in varnishes, ointments, and medicine.