| elemi | 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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| elemin | <chemistry> A transparent, colourless oil obtained from elemi resin by distillation with water; also, a crystallizable extract from the resin. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |