Mineral Pitch (Noun)
Meaning
A dark bituminous substance found in natural beds and as residue from petroleum distillation; consists mainly of hydrocarbons.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The artist mixed mineral pitch with pigment to create a durable and long-lasting painting.
- Mineral pitch was used as a sealant to waterproof the wooden ship's hull.
- The natural beds of mineral pitch were harvested and processed for use in construction materials.
- The refinery produced large amounts of mineral pitch as a byproduct of petroleum distillation.
- Historical records show that ancient civilizations used mineral pitch to caulk their boats and protect them from the elements.