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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

rosin

/rɒsɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does rosin mean?

noun

A sticky substance obtained from pine trees, used for polishing and protecting wood, and for making violin bows sticky. A substance used to make a surface slippery.

Example

"The violinist applied rosin to her bow before playing."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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