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Definition
Turpentine; a liquid distilled from pine resin used to thin paint and as an industrial raw material.
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How it's used
Used primarily in art and industrial contexts, this term is a direct loan translation from chemical terminology. While common in professional painting or renovation, it is rarely encountered in casual daily conversation unless one is actively working on a project involving oil paints or solvents.
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Remember to buy a bottle of turpentine to clean your paintbrushes.
The smell of turpentine is very strong here, it is better to open the window for ventilation.
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Common phrases
smell of turpentine
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