They would make turpentine from tar and get the black,sticky tar on the heels of their feet.

VOA: special.2011.01.16

Many years later, settlers used the tar,or asphalt, on the tops of their houses to keep water out.

VOA: special.2010.04.07

Another source of concern: the discovery of 20 tar balls off Key West,Florida on Monday.

VOA: standard.2010.05.18