BARBADOES TAR Meaning and
Definition
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Barbadoes tar is a dark, viscous substance derived from the resin of the tree known as the West Indian pine or Pinus caribaea. It is commonly referred to as Barbadoes tar due to its historical association with the Caribbean island of Barbados, where it was traditionally produced.
The production of Barbadoes tar involves making incisions in the bark of the West Indian pine tree and collecting the resin that exudes from these wounds. The collected resin is then heated and boiled down to remove impurities and excess moisture, resulting in a thick, sticky liquid with a strong, leathery smell. This liquid is typically dark brown or black in color.
Barbadoes tar has long been valued for its various practical applications. It is known for its adhesive properties, making it a useful material for bonding or sealing purposes. It has been used in the construction industry as a waterproofing agent for roofs, shipbuilding to caulk and seal wooden vessels, and in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments and wounds.
Due to its historical importance and specific regional association, the term "Barbadoes tar" is sometimes utilized to distinguish this particular type of tar from other forms of tar derived from different tree species or geographic origins.
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A mineral tar of commerce found in several of the West India islands.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of BARBADOES TAR
The word "Barbadoes tar" comes from the combination of two elements: "Barbadoes" and "tar".
1. Barbadoes: The term "Barbadoes" is an old variant of "Barbados", which is a Caribbean island located in the Lesser Antilles. The island was named by the Portuguese explorer Pedro a Campos, who initially called it "Los Barbados" meaning "the bearded ones" in Portuguese, referring to the fig trees that covered the island. Over time, "Barbadoes" became an alternative spelling of "Barbados" in English, and thus the term "Barbadoes tar" was used.
2. Tar: Tar is a viscous and dark substance obtained from the distillation or destructive distillation of organic materials such as wood, coal, or peat.
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