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alkyd

 

[ หˆรฆl.kษชd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

industrial coating

Alkyd is a type of synthetic resin used in paints and coatings. It is created by the reaction of polyols (alcohols with multiple hydroxyl groups) and polybasic acids. Alkyd resins are known for their durability, glossiness, and adherence properties. They are commonly used in various industries, especially in the formulation of varnishes and paints for its excellent finishing characteristics.

Synonyms

acrylic resin, polyester resin, synthetic resin

Examples of usage

  • The contractor recommended an alkyd paint for its long-lasting finish.
  • Alkyd coatings are popular for outdoor furniture due to their weather resistance.
  • Using alkyd resins can enhance the durability of industrial coatings.

Translations

Translations of the word "alkyd" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alquรญdico

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฒเฅเค•เคพเค‡เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Alkyd

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ alkid

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะปะบั–ะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ alkid

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒซใ‚ญใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท alkyde

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ alquรญdico

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท alkid

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•Œํ‚ค๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู„ูƒูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alkyd

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ alkyd

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้†‡้…ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ alkid

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ alkรฝd

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะปะบะธะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒšแƒ™แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alkid

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ alquรญdico

Etymology

The term 'alkyd' is derived from a combination of the words 'alcohol' and 'acid.' Alkyd resins were first developed in the early 20th century, with significant advancements occurring during the 1940s and 1950s when their applications in coatings and paints expanded. The creation of alkyds revolutionized the paint industry by combining the desirable properties of traditional oil-based paints with the fast-drying characteristics of synthetic materials. Originally, those resins were mainly used for high-performance applications, but their versatility has led to their adoption in various consumer and industrial products. The ongoing development in chemistry has allowed for the formulation of even more efficient alkyds that meet modern environmental regulations and performance standards.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,278 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.