resina — meaning in English

English meaning

• gum noun The firm tissue in the mouth that surrounds the base of the teeth.
• resin noun A sticky substance produced by certain plants, or a similar synthetic material used in varnishes, adhesives, and plastics.

Senses

resina is used for these senses in English:

• gum (botany, biochemistry, mostly, uncountable) A viscous water-soluble carbohydrate exudate of certain plants that hardens when it becomes dry, or such a substance as a component of a plant exudate.

gum — full definition

1. noun The firm tissue in the mouth that surrounds the base of the teeth.
2. noun Chewing gum, a soft, flavored substance chewed for pleasure but not swallowed.
3. noun A sticky substance produced by certain plants and trees, used in adhesives and food products.
4. verb To stick or seal something using an adhesive.

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