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animal glue
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animal glue [′an·ə·məl ‚glü]
(materials)
A glue made from the bones, hide, horns, and connective tissues of animals.

animal glue, hide glue
A glue made from the bones, hide, horns, and connective tissues of animals; when used hot, it develops strong bonds; has poor water resistance.


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