CEFR C1

bursera

noun

Meaning

A genus of flowering plants in the frankincense and myrrh family (Burseraceae), native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, known for producing aromatic resins.

Examples

The specific species of bursera used for incense varies by region.
Scientists are studying the medicinal properties of compounds found in bursera resin.

Synonyms: copal, frankincense, myrrh

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bursera (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: [bərˈsɜːrə]

Definition

A genus of flowering plants in the frankincense and myrrh family (Burseraceae), native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, known for producing aromatic resins.

Examples

The specific species of bursera used for incense varies by region.
Scientists are studying the medicinal properties of compounds found in bursera resin.
Many plants in the bursera genus have compound leaves and produce fragrant oils.

Synonyms of bursera

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