birdlime

/ˈbɜːrdaɪm/

Definitions

1. noun

a sticky substance, usually made from the sap of the lime tree or other trees, used by birds to trap and bind insects and other small prey

“The bird’s nest was made sticky with birdlime to catch unsuspecting insects.”

Synonyms

  • bird's glue
  • bird's rosin

Antonyms

  • insect repellent