frankincense

o·lib·a·num

(ō-lib'ă-nŭm),

A gum resin from several trees of the genus Boswellia (family Burseraceae); used as a stimulant expectorant in bronchitis, for fumigations, and as incense.

Synonym(s): frankincense, thus

[Ar. al, the, + lubān, frankincense]

frankincense

(frăng′kĭn-sĕns′)

n.

An aromatic gum resin obtained from African and Asian trees of the genus Boswellia, used as incense and in perfumes.

frankincense

Fringe medicine
A flower essence that is believed to calm the nerves and enhance meditation.

o·lib·a·num

(ō-lib'ă-nŭm)

A gum resin from several trees of the genus Boswellia (family Burseraceae); used as a stimulant expectorant in bronchitis, for fumigations, and as incense.
Synonym(s): frankincense, thus.

[Ar. al, the, + lubān, frankincense]