Turpentine Definition & Meaning

turpentine
noun
  1. obtained from conifers (especially pines)
  2. volatile liquid distilled from turpentine oleoresin; used as paint thinner and solvent and medicinally

"Turpentine" in song lyrics

See how turpentine is used in real songs:

  • "Go ask the cats that heard I'm lyrical turpentine"
    Binary Star — Reality Check
  • "like an eye-drop of turpentine"
    Child Rebel Soldier (Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco, Pharrell) — Us Placers
  • "Tie ya style up and kill it I'm like turpentine"
    Gospel Gangstas — They Don't Believe That I'm Saved

Usage tips for "turpentine"

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