1. A crude turpentine or resin obtained from pine trees, used in varnishes and other industrial applications.
Usage: Also called galipot resin or crude turpentine; Chiefly historical or technical

Examples

• The shipbuilder used galipot to waterproof the wooden hull.
• Galipot was a common ingredient in 18th-century varnish recipes.
• The distillery separated galipot from other pine tree products.
• Artists mixed galipot with linseed oil to create durable finishes.