Tung (Noun)
Meaning
Chinese tree bearing seeds that yield tung oil.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The tung tree is a deciduous tree native to China and Southeast Asia, commonly cultivated for its seeds that yield tung oil.
- Tung oil is extracted from the seeds of the tung tree, used as a drying agent in paints, varnishes, and wood finishes.
- The tung tree thrives in mild and humid climates, with the ideal conditions for cultivation found in southern China.
- Forests of tung trees are considered a valuable resource, providing both timber and seeds for oil production.
- The wood of the tung tree is also prized for furniture making, with its hardwood resistant to insect damage and decay.