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al·kyd  (lkd)
n.
A widely used durable synthetic resin derived from glycerol and phthalic anhydride. Also called alkyd resin.
[alky(l) + (aci)d.]
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Noun1.alkyd - a durable synthetic resin widely used in adhesives and paints
alkyd resin
synthetic resin - a resin having a polymeric structure; especially a resin in the raw state; used chiefly in plastics


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Part of an ongoing series of narrative work begun in 1998, the four small, intricate panel paintings (all 2001) in her second solo show, "Enciphered: Snow White," reflect theatrical tableaux based on Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, In diluted black alkyd on stark white gesso grounds, Takahashi references historic Japanese ink scroll painting as well as contemporary manga imagery.
Ayae Takahashi: Bernard Toale Gallery. (Boston) by Miller, Francine Koslow / Artforum International
Go with water-based, latex paint, which has 50 percent less VOCs than paint that's alkyd or oil-based.
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The Wolverine plant is actually composed of two separate foundries - one running phenolic urethane nobake molding for small castings, and the other using an alkyd oil binder system for large parts.
Sand reclamation 1995: is it time for your foundry? by Philbin, Matthew L. / Modern Casting
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