Definition

Noun: * A Mediterranean tree yielding Chian turpentine: Pistacia terebinthus is a species of flowering plant in the cashew family, native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small tree or large shrub known for being a source of a specific type of turpentine.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The resin from the Pistacia terebinthus has been used since ancient times.
  • The landscape was dotted with hardy Pistacia terebinthus trees.

Advanced Usage

• As a source product: The tree is often identified by the valuable product derived from it.
  • Chian turpentine, a product of the Pistacia terebinthus, was a historically important trade item.

Variants and Related Words

• Terebinth (n): A common name for .
  • The terebinth is mentioned in several ancient texts.
• Turpentine tree (n): Another common name referring to its resinous product.

Synonyms

• Terebinth
• Turpentine tree

Related Terms (Not Phrasal Verbs or Idioms)

• Chian turpentine (n): The resinous product obtained from this specific tree.
• Mastic (n): A related resin obtained from a different species, .

Noun

1. a Mediterranean tree yielding Chian turpentine