Definitions

1. noun

a substance, especially a liquid or gelatinous secretion, produced by an animal, especially for defense or protection.

“The plant’s rine repelled insects from feeding on its leaves.”

2. verb

to apply a protective coating or substance to (a surface), especially to prevent corrosion or decay.

“The engineer rined the metal pipe to prevent rust from forming.”

3. verb

to coat or line (something) with a substance, especially a protective one.

“The craftsman rined the vase with a layer of wax to preserve it.”

4. verb

to cover or line with something, especially to prevent or protect.

“The farmer rined the pond with a layer of algae to keep the water clean.”