tutin

/ˈtjuːtɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A tutin is the sweet, viscous fluid produced by certain wasp species, particularly the Asian paper wasp (Vespula lewisii) and the common wasp (Vespula vulgaris).

“The beekeeper collected a sample of tutin from the wasp’s nest to study its properties.”

Synonyms

  • honeydew
  • invert sugar

Antonyms

  • acid
  • salt