beeswing

English

/ˈbiːzwɪŋ/

noun
Definitions
  • A filmy, translucent crust found in port and other old wines which have been bottled-aged for a long time.
  • cream of Cream of tartar; potassium bitartrate; the residual salt of tartaric acid.

Etymology

Compound from English bee's + English wing.

Origin

English

wing

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