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from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A soft resin obtained from the pilaui-tree (Canarium Luzonicum), used in the arts to toughen varnish and prevent it from cracking, but not suitable for varnish alone. Also called Manila elemi. See elemi and pilaui.

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