ALL meanings of alkyd
al·kyd
A a - adjective alkyd containing an alkyd resin 3
- noun alkyd any of several synthetic resins made by heating together a polybasic acid, such as phthalic or maleic acid, and a polyhydric alcohol, such as glycerin or a glycol: these resins are used in paints, varnishes, and lacquers 3
- noun alkyd Any of a group of synthetic polyester resins derived from various alcohols and acids, used in varnishes, paints, and adhesives. 1
- noun alkyd Also called alkyd resin. 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. 1
- adjective alkyd made of or containing an alkyd. 1
- noun alkyd type of resin 1
- noun alkyd A synthetic resin derived from a reaction between alcohol and certain acids, used as a base for many laminates, paints and coatings. 0