lac
word
Definition
Lac is a natural resin produced by certain insects, mainly found on trees in India and Southeast Asia. It is used to make shellac, varnishes, dyes, and, in some cases, cosmetics or jewelry.
Usage & Nuances
'Lac' is mostly used in scientific, technical, or historical contexts. It's closely related to 'shellac' (the processed form). Rarely used in daily conversation except in industries like woodworking, art, or entomology.
Spanish: goma lacaPortuguese (BR): goma-lacaPortuguese (PT): goma-lacaChinese (Simplified): 紫胶Chinese (Traditional): 紫膠Hindi: लाहArabic: لاكBengali: ল্যাকRussian: лакJapanese: ラック（樹脂）Vietnamese: nhựa cánh kiếnKorean: 락Turkish: lakUrdu: لک (قدرتی رال)Indonesian: lak (getah serangga)
Example Sentences
Lac comes from insects, not plants.
basic
Lac is collected from trees in India.
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People use lac to make dyes.
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Artists sometimes use lac for a natural red pigment.
natural
Traditional jewelry makers value lac for its unique shine.
natural
It takes thousands of insects to produce just a little lac.
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