rubber latex

noun

1. the milky sap of any of several trees of the genus Hevea, especially H. brasiliensis, from which natural rubber is derived.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rubber latex¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Made from high-quality natural rubber latex, you can be sure you’re in good hands bands.

From Popular-Science

At one time, figs were grown for rubber latex in India and parts of Africa.

From Nautilus