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sandalwood

Pronunciation: /ˈsand(ə)lwʊd/

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Definition of sandalwood

noun

  • (also white sandalwood) a widely cultivated Indian tree which yields fragrant timber and oil.
    • Santalum album, family Santalaceae
  • [mass noun] a perfume or incense derived from the timber of the sandalwood.
  • used in names of trees which yield timber similar to that of the sandalwood, e.g. red sandalwood.

Origin:

early 16th century: sandal from medieval Latin sandalum (based on Sanskrit candana) + wood

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Definition of sandalwood in the US English dictionary