Kauri Copal (Noun)
Meaning
Resin of the kauri trees of New Zealand; found usually as a fossil; also collected for making varnishes and linoleum.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Kauri copal was used as a binding agent in the production of high-quality varnishes during the 19th century.
- The furniture maker carefully applied a layer of kauri copal to protect the wood surface from damage.
- New Zealand's kauri trees produce a significant amount of kauri copal, which is often found as a fossil.
- The linoleum manufacturer imported large quantities of kauri copal to use in their production process.
- In its fossilized form, kauri copal is a valuable resource for making various types of varnishes and adhesives.