What does COPAL mean?

Copal

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• a hard, resinous, aromatic substance obtained from tropical trees, used chiefly in making varnishes and incense (source: KoalaChat)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: ˈkoʊpəl
• UK: ˈkəʊpəl

4. Origin and Usage:

• The word "copal" comes from the Nahuatl word "copalli," meaning "incense." Copal is a type of resin that is obtained from trees in tropical regions of the world, including Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has been used for centuries by indigenous peoples in these regions for medicinal and spiritual purposes, as well as for making varnishes and incense (source: KoalaChat).

5. Synonyms:

• resin
• incense
• varnish

6. Related Words:

• resin
• incus
• coals
• clasp
• scrap

7. Example Sentences:

• She used copal to make a varnish for her painting.
• The indigenous people burned copal as incense during their spiritual ceremonies.