English dictionary
frankincense
/'fr/&//N/k/I/n,s/E/ns/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation
Source: WordNet 3.0
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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 <i>Boswellia</i>; a commoner sort, from the Norway spruce (<i>Abies excelsa</i>) and other coniferous trees. The frankincense of the ancient Jews is still unidentified.
Source: webster1913