Phrase guide

spirit of turpentine

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Synonym of turpentine (“a volatile essential oil”).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: turpentine

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

volatile liquid distilled from turpentine oleoresin; used as paint thinner and solvent and medicinally

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: turpentine, oil of turpentine, turps

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: essential oil, volatile oil

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