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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Origin and Etymology of elemi
New Latin elimi, probably from Arabic al lāmi the elemi
First Known Use: 1543
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