Mastic

Pronunciation: /ˈmæstɪk/

Mastic (noun)

  1. A sticky resin from certain trees, used to make varnish, chewing gum, and some medicines.
  2. A type of chewing gum made from tree resin.
  3. A paste used in dentistry to fill or protect small areas in teeth.

Examples

  • The mastic tree produces sticky resin gum.
  • Mastic resin gum hardens when it is exposed to air.

Mastic (adjective)

  1. Having a sticky, resin-like quality.

Examples

  • The sap was sticky resin-like and difficult to remove.
  • Her hands felt sticky resin-like after touching the plant.