Gutta-percha

usgb/ˌɡʌtə ˈpɜːrtʃə/
noun

A hard and flexible substance made from the sap of a particular tropical tree. It is often used to make things like golf balls or for some special uses in dentistry or electronics.

The dentist used gutta-percha to fill the root canals.
Visual representation of "gutta-percha" - A hard and flexible substance made from the sap of a particular tropical tree. It is often used to make things like golf balls or for some special uses in dentistry or electronics.

Often appears as...

  • gutta-percha tree
  • gutta-percha golf ball

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Material Use

Gutta-percha refers to the material itself, not the object it makes.

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He admired the gutta-percha's durability in the dental model.
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Context Specific

Used mainly in technical or professional contexts, like dentistry or electronics.

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The technician mentioned 'gutta-percha' while repairing the cable insulation.
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Historical Product

Gutta-percha also has historical significance, especially in golf.

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Vintage gutta-percha golf balls are quite valuable to collectors.
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