resinous

Also res·in·y

[rez-uh-nuhs]

adjective

1. full of or containing resin.

2. of the nature of or resembling resin.

3. pertaining to or characteristic of resin.

Other Word Forms

• resinously adverb
• resinousness noun
• semiresinous adjective
• semiresiny adjective
• unresinous adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of resinous¹

From the Latin word rēsīnōsus, dating back to 1640–50. See resin, -ous

Example Sentences

Oregano, especially in its dried form — which sharpens and intensifies into something almost resinous, unlike its greener, more delicate fresh counterpart — has become the backbone of my pantry cooking.

From Salon

A trail of musks, resinous woods and creamy florals follow him around like an orb of protection.

From Los Angeles Times

The smell of traditional resinous copal incense hung heavy over the parade.

From Seattle Times

The vegetal, resinous scent after harvest — similar to a fresh-mowed lawn — is what brewers try to harness into a “fresh beer.”

From Seattle Times

Bornstein is more poetic: “The resinous leaves have an intoxicating fragrance.”

From Los Angeles Times

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