propolis
noun
prop·o·lis ˈprä-pə-ləs 
: a brownish resinous material of waxy consistency collected by bees from the buds of trees and used as a cement in repairing and maintaining the hive
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Somi reaches for its Full Fit Propolis Synergy Toner post-cleanse—a skin-soothing agent infused with both propolis and honey extract. 
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 July 2022 There’s the Glow Serum which pairs propolis extract, niacinamide, and beta hydroxy acids to control sebum production and quell inflammation. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 July 2022 There’s the Glow Serum which pairs propolis extract, niacinamide, and BHA to control sebum production and quell inflammation. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 5 July 2022 Known for their throat spray, which contains propolis, the company has branched out to a carry a variety of new products — some for immune support and sinus/cough relief and others that feature the best of honey. Esha Chhabra, Forbes, 29 June 2022 Bees use propolis to repair the hive, seal cracks, and create a protective barrier against predators. Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2021 This supercharged night mask powered by propolis that helps skin recover overnight for a more youthful look by morning. Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 5 July 2021 The substance, originally tree sap, is collected by bees that combine it with their own saliva and beeswax, turning it into propolis. Christina Butan, PEOPLE.com, 3 Sep. 2019 Haven’t done a THING except drink tea and take propolis. Christina Butan, PEOPLE.com, 3 Sep. 2019 See More
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 July 2022 There’s the Glow Serum which pairs propolis extract, niacinamide, and beta hydroxy acids to control sebum production and quell inflammation. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 July 2022 There’s the Glow Serum which pairs propolis extract, niacinamide, and BHA to control sebum production and quell inflammation. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 5 July 2022 Known for their throat spray, which contains propolis, the company has branched out to a carry a variety of new products — some for immune support and sinus/cough relief and others that feature the best of honey. Esha Chhabra, Forbes, 29 June 2022 Bees use propolis to repair the hive, seal cracks, and create a protective barrier against predators. Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2021 This supercharged night mask powered by propolis that helps skin recover overnight for a more youthful look by morning. Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 5 July 2021 The substance, originally tree sap, is collected by bees that combine it with their own saliva and beeswax, turning it into propolis. Christina Butan, PEOPLE.com, 3 Sep. 2019 Haven’t done a THING except drink tea and take propolis. Christina Butan, PEOPLE.com, 3 Sep. 2019 See More Word History
Etymology
Middle English propoleos, from Medieval Latin, alteration of Latin propolis, from Greek, from pro- for + polis city — more at pro-, police entry 1
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above