agalawood

[?æ?g?l?w?ud]

Definitions

1. noun

A plant, especially the Aglaia odorata, native to tropical Asia, that has a fragrant wood used in perfumery and incense.

“The shop sells incense sticks made from the fragrant wood of the agalawood tree.”

Synonyms

  • aglaia
  • fragrant wood

Antonyms

  • noxious plant
  • odorless wood