kino gum meaning and definition

KINO GUM noun

Definition of kino gum (noun)

1. a gum obtained from various tropical plants; used as an astringent and in tanning
   • synonyms: gum kino, kino
2. reddish or black juice or resin from certain trees of the genus Pterocarpus and used in medicine and tanning etc
   • synonyms: East India kino, Malabar kino