noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
oil-based; oiliness
Describes substances, inks, paints, or markers that use oil as a base. Often used attributively with の.
このマジックは油性だから、水に濡れてもにじまない。
This marker is oil-based, so it won't smudge even if it gets wet.
油性の塗料は乾くのに時間がかかる。
Oil-based paint takes time to dry.