lacquer tree

noun

1. any of several trees yielding a resin used as lacquer, as Rhus verniciflua, of Japan.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lacquer tree¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

The lacquer-tree—the Rhus vernix—which is used in the well-known lacquer work, is a handsome tree.

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It is made from the juice of the lacquer tree, (Rhus vernicifera) which is tapped during the summer months.

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The material used in Japan is resin-lac, an exudation from the lacquer-tree (Rhus vernicifera).

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The Japanese lacquer tree yields the black varnish used in all lacquered wares.

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The lacquer-tree (Rhus vernicifera) grows mainly in the island of Hondo.

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