tung tree
The "tung tree" is notable for its seeds, which are the source of tung oil, a key ingredient in various industrial products.
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Definition
C1Botany
(technical)A deciduous tree native to East Asia, especially Vernicia fordii, known for its seeds that produce tung oil.
Example
- The tung tree is cultivated primarily for its seeds, which are pressed to extract tung oil.
- Farmers in southern China have long grown the tung tree for its valuable oil.
C1Industry
(technical)A tree whose seeds yield an oil used in products like paint, varnish, and wood finishes.
Example
- Tung oil from the tung tree is prized for its quick-drying properties in wood finishing.
- The industrial sector utilizes tung oil for its durability in varnishes and caulks.
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