noun
- Plural of damar; hard resins obtained from certain tropical trees, used in varnishes, lacquers, and adhesives.
Usage: Usually used in plural or as a mass noun; Also spelled 'dammar'
Examples
- The furniture maker applied damars varnish to protect the wood surface.
- Damars are harvested from trees native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific islands.
- High-quality damars were traditionally used in fine art restoration.
- The artist mixed damars with linseed oil to create a durable finish.