What is another word for sandarac?

Pronunciation: [sˈandɐɹˌak] (IPA)

Sandarac is a resinous substance derived from sandarac trees, often used in varnish and as incense. While synonyms for sandarac may be less commonly used, they include terms such as gum juniper, stacte, and levant. Gum juniper, also known as Juniperus phoenicea, is commonly found in northern Africa and used for medicinal purposes. Stacte, which is typically a powdered mixture of sweet spices, is often used in religious ceremonies. Levant, or oriental turpentine, is a type of resin that is used in traditional medicine and has a distinct pine-like aroma. These synonyms may be used interchangeably depending on the specific context and application.

Synonyms for Sandarac:

What are the hypernyms for Sandarac?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Sandarac?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for sandarac (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Sandarac?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Sandarac

Argan, kharob, and lotus, with the help of a few of the "arar" or gum sandarac trees, shut off the view to the right and left.
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S.L. Bensusan
Paint the glass with the following varnishes: sandarac eighteen drachms, Mastic four drachms, Ether twenty-four ounces, Benzine six to eighteen ounces.
"One Thousand Secrets of Wise and Rich Men Revealed"
C. A. Bogardus

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