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Alkyd
The word is from "alcid," meaning a mixture of alcohol and acid. Alkyd paints are produced from polyhydric alcohol and polybasic acid. The oils are combined with a drying oil, such as linseed, to produce the paint. These paints are not water-based, but are thinned with turpentine. They are not as fast drying as acrylics, but are faster drying than oils. They are meant to be a compromise between the two. They are sold in tubes by various manufacturers.
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