Definition

The activity of collecting resin or crude turpentine from pine trees, often involving specific techniques to extract the substance.

Example

Turpentining is an important practice in the production of natural resins used in various products.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the process of turpentining?

Not really, what is it exactly?

It's all about extracting resin from pine trees to make turpentine.

That sounds interesting! I had no idea it was such a detailed process.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Turpentining is derived from 'turpentine' (from Old French *terpentin*, meaning a resinous substance) combined with the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). The word refers to the process of using or applying turpentine, typically in painting or cleaning.

Memory Tip

Think of 'turpentine' as a resinous substance used in art, and '-ing' indicates the action of using it. So, turpentining means the action of using turpentine.

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