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Definition of: storax
(stôr′aks, stō′raks) noun
1. A fragrant balsam obtained from the wood and inner bark of either of two trees (Liquidambar orientalis, or L. styraciflua) of Asia Minor: used in medicine and as a perfume.
2. A gum resin obtained from certain trees of a family (Styracaceae), especially Styrax officinalis. [<L <Gk. styrax]
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