Resinoid
/ˈrɛzɪnɔɪd/noun
A substance resembling resin, especially a resin-like material used in perfumes or industry.
Did you know?Its ending, “-oid,” comes from Ancient Greek eidos, meaning “form” or “appearance,” the same root behind words such as “android” and “asteroid.”
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
rhētínē
“Resin, especially the sticky substance obtained from trees”
Classical Latin
Latin
resīna
“Resin or sap-like tree secretion”
Middle English
English
resin
“A natural, sticky substance exuded by certain plants”
Ancient Greek
Greek
-oeidēs
“Resembling in form or appearance; shaped like”
19th Century
English
resinoid
“Resin-like or resembling resin”
Modern English
English
resinoid
“A resin-like substance, commonly used in perfumery and manufacturing”