sandarac
IPA: sˈændɝæk
noun
- (mineralogy, archaic) Realgar; red sulphide of arsenic.
- (chemistry) A white or yellow resin obtained from a north African tree (Tetraclinis articulata), and pulverized for pounce; probably so called from a resemblance to the mineral.
- Any tree from the genus Tetraclinis.
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Examples of "sandarac" in Sentences
- Morocco has been the main place of origin of sandarac.
- Sandarac may also be used as a name for the tree itself.
- Sandarac makes the water more fragrant and is said to be good for the teeth.
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