Gutta Balata (Noun)
Meaning
When dried yields a hard substance used e.g. in golf balls.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The gutta-balata tree is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America and Southeast Asia.
- Gutta-balata is a natural latex sap that has been used for centuries in various applications.
- When dried, gutta-balata yields a hard substance used in the production of golf balls and other sporting goods.
- The unique properties of gutta-balata make it an ideal material for manufacturing high-quality golf balls.
- In the early 20th century, gutta-balata was widely used as a cover material for golf balls due to its durability and resistance to cuts.