elemi

/ˈɛləmi/
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Other forms: elemis

Definitions of elemi
  1. noun
    fragrant resin obtain from trees of the family Burseraceae and used as incense
    synonyms: gum elemi
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    type of:
    gum resin
    a mixture of resin and gum
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