tung
2 synonyms for tung, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The tung tree, an East Asian tree whose seeds are pressed for tung oil, a fast-drying oil used in wood finishing and varnish.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
tung tree
tung-oil tree
How to use tung
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tung oil
tung tree
Etymology
Borrowed from the Chinese word for the tree.
Full origin of tung →Frequently asked questions
What does “tung” mean?
The word “tung” means the tung tree, an East Asian tree whose seeds are pressed for tung oil, a fast-drying oil used in wood finishing and varnish. In plain terms, almost always seen today in the phrase "tung oil," a natural wood-finishing oil.
How do you pronounce “tung”?
“Tung” is pronounced do͝ong.
How do you use “tung” in a sentence?
Here is “tung” used in a sentence: “The furniture was sealed with a coat of tung oil for a warm, natural sheen.”
What part of speech is “tung”?
“Tung” is a noun.
Where does the word “tung” come from?
The word “tung” comes from Chinese. Borrowed from the Chinese word for the tree.
Is “tung” a common word?
“Tung” is an uncommon word in modern English.
