rosin UK /ˈɹɒz.ən/US /ˈɹɑz.ən/noun 2verb 1forms 3 noun2 •A solid form of resin, obtained from liquid resin by vaporizing its volatile components. •Resin.‘It is delicate,’ said Pansa, ‘but there is perhaps the least particle too much of rosin in its flavor.’ — 1834 verb1 •To apply rosin to (something); to rub or cover with rosin.We waited expectantly as the guest violinist rosined his bow in preparation for playing. formsrosined · rosining · rosins