English word oleoresin comes from English resin, English oleo- (Oil or oil-based materials.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| resin | English (eng) | A viscous hydrocarbon secretion of many plants, particularly coniferous trees.. Any of various yellowish viscous liquids or soft solids of plant origin; used in lacquers, varnishes and many other applications; chemically they are mostly hydrocarbons, often polycyclic.. Any synthetic compound of similar properties. (transitive) To apply resin to. |
| oleo- | English (eng) | Oil or oil-based materials. |
| oleoresin | English (eng) | A homogeneous mix of oil and resin. |