Frankincense

['fræŋkɪnsens] or ['fræŋkɪnsɛns]

Definition

(noun.) an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation.

Editor: Megan--From WordNet

Definition

(n.) A fragrant, aromatic resin, or gum resin, burned as an incense in religious rites or for medicinal fumigation. The best kinds now come from East Indian trees, of the genus Boswellia; a commoner sort, from the Norway spruce (Abies excelsa) and other coniferous trees. The frankincense of the ancient Jews is still unidentified.

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Synonyms and Synonymous

n. [1]. Gallipot, Burgundy pitch.[2]. Olibanum.

Edited by Blair

Definition

n. a sweet-smelling vegetable resin from Arabia used in sacrifices.

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