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2 | 33% | 6 | Greasy substance used to waterproof leather | |
3 | 31% | 6 | From the Latin for “clear”, word for light-red wine originally, later dark-red wine imported from Bordeaux | |
Plant Substance Used In Eg Leather Making Medicine And Red Wine Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "TANNIN" which means:
- noun
- • Any of various complex phenolic substances of plant origin; used in tanning and in medicine
An example sentence would be:
- • "The red wine had a high tannin content, leaving a dry and puckering sensation in the mouth."
- • "The tea leaves are rich in tannin, which gives the beverage its distinctive flavor and color."
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