Other Word Forms
- resinously adverb
- resinousness noun
- semiresinous adjective
- semiresiny adjective
- unresinous adjective
Etymology
Origin of resinous
From the Latin word rēsīnōsus, dating back to 1640–50. See resin, -ous
Example Sentences
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Oregano, especially in its dried form — which sharpens and intensifies into something almost resinous, unlike its greener, more delicate fresh counterpart — has become the backbone of my pantry cooking.
From Salon • Aug. 26, 2025
A trail of musks, resinous woods and creamy florals follow him around like an orb of protection.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2024
The evocative flavor — black currants are the main ingredient in cassis liqueur — is sometimes described as musky, resinous or astringent.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 28, 2022
Other trees and their products join fir’s resinous spice in the seasonal bouquet.
From New York Times • Dec. 1, 2018
Will snapped off a twig, and the piney resinous smell stayed strongly on his fingers.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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