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al•kyd  (al′kid),USA pronunciation [Chem.]n.
  1. ChemistryAlso called al′kyd res′in. any of a group of sticky resins derived from dicarboxylic acids, as phthalic or maleic acid, in reaction with polyvalent alcohols, as glycol or glycerol: used chiefly in adhesives and paints.

adj. 
  1. Chemistrymade of or containing an alkyd.
  • alky(l) + (aci)d 1925–30

'alkyd' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations):
adipate - alkyd resin - pentaerythritol - phthalic anhydride

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