el·e·mi
| \ ˈe-lə-mē
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Definition of elemi
: any of various fragrant oleoresins from tropical trees (family Burseraceae) used chiefly in varnishes, lacquers, and printing inks
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“Elemi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elemi. Accessed 22 Jun. 2021.
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The first known use of elemi was in 1543
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