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Definition of Elemi
1. Noun. Fragrant resin obtain from trees of the family Burseraceae and used as incense.
Definition of Elemi
1. n. A fragrant gum resin obtained chiefly from tropical trees of the genera Amyris and Canarium. A. elemifera yields Mexican elemi; C. commune, the Manila elemi. It is used in the manufacture of varnishes, also in ointments and plasters.
Definition of Elemi
1. a fragrant resin [n -S]
Medical Definition of Elemi
1. A fragrant gum resin obtained chiefly tropical trees of the genera Amyris and Canarium. A. Elemifera yields Mexican elemi; C. Commune, the Manila elemi. It is used in the manufacture of varnishes, also in ointments and plasters. Origin: Cf. F. Elemi, It. Elemi, Sp. Elemi; of American or Oriental. Origin. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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