Definition of "copal" [co•pal]

• Any of several brittle aromatic yellow to red resins of recent or fossil origin, obtained from various tropical trees and used in certain varnishes. (noun)

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• "Brass articles that have to be cleaned frequently should be covered with oil of turpentine, or thin English copal varnish."
• "It forms a tree 150 to 200 feet in height, and produces a hard, brittle resin-like copal, which is used in varnish."
• "Crown Chakra: To aid in cleansing and opening the spiritual connection and communication of your crown chakra, you might enjoy making use of incenses such as copal, frankincense, juniper, myrrh and sage."