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elemi

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elemi [′el·ə·mē]
(materials)
A soft resin obtained from tropical trees of the family Burseraceae in the Philippines; used as a plasticizer, in cements and printing inks, and for perfumery and waterproofing.

elemi
A fragrant yellow-brown resin obtained from tropical trees; used in varnishes and lacquers.


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Michael Kors For Men AN ENERGISING blend of zesty bergamot and spicy undertones of exotic cardamon, elemi, coriander, warm cinnamon and star anise.
The spicy top notes are underlined by elemi (a resin found in West Africa smelling of incense with a citrus twist).
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