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incense
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ĩˈsẽsu/in·cen·so
Definition
1Aromatic biotic material which releases fragrant smoke when burned, used in religious ceremonies, ritual purification, or for its pleasant smell.
Usage examples
“The smell of incense filled the church during the service.”
“She lit an incense stick to create a relaxing atmosphere.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
burn incenseincense smokeincense sticksmell of incense
Idiomatic expressions
- burn incense to someone (to praise or flatter excessively)