tall oil en · NOUN
Etymology
From Swedish tallolja (“pine oil”).
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A dark yellow resinous acidic oil obtained as a byproduct during the pulping of pine; it is used in the manufacture of soaps and lubricants.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| tall oils | Number=Plur | lexicographic |