kreosote

Meanings

• noun

  A resinous substance found in various desert areas, particularly in North America. It is produced by certain shrubs and trees and is used as a medicinal agent and as a fuel.

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Variants

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creosote , creosotes , creosoted , creosoting , creosote bush , creosote bushes

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Etymology

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From Greek kreas, 'grease', and oteos, 'exuding'.

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Trivia

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1. Kreosote is also known as 'desert tar' or 'cholla wood tar'.

2. It has been used as a traditional remedy for various ailments, including arthritis and digestive issues.

3. Kreosote is highly flammable and is used as a fuel in desert areas where other fuels are scarce.

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1. Desert shrubs: Kreosote is produced by certain desert shrubs and trees, such as Larrea tridentata and Larrea divaricata.

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Culture

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In Welsh folklore, creosote is believed to have mystical properties and is used in rituals to ward off evil spirits. In literature, it has been mentioned in works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'Desert Solitaire'.

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