Fish Glue (Noun)
Meaning
Gelatinous substance obtained by boiling skins fins and bones of fish.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Historically fish glue was used as an adhesive and coating by various cultures due to its versatile binding properties.
- To make fish glue a person would boil the parts of the fish that wouldn't be eaten like the skin bones and fins.
- Fish glue is nearly transparent and is still used in some crafts like fine woodworking and bookbinding.
- The art of making fish glue has been passed down through generations of fishermen who also used it as a waterproofing agent for their gear.
- Widely used in ancient times fish glue played a significant role in woodworking especially for delicate lamination processes.