noun
- a fragrant resinous wood from an Asian tree, used in perfumes, incense, and traditional medicine; also called agarwood or oud
Usage: also spelled agarwood; from Sanskrit agaru; highly valued in Middle Eastern and Asian cultures
Examples
- Agalwood is one of the most expensive woods in the world due to its rarity and aromatic properties.
- The perfumer blended agalwood with rose oil to create a luxurious fragrance.
- Agalwood has been used in traditional Asian medicine for centuries.
- The temple burned agalwood incense during the evening ceremony.
- Collectors prize agalwood for its deep, complex scent that improves with age.