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ilang-ilang

/ˈiː.lɑːŋ ˈiː.lɑːŋ/

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noun

/ˈiː.lɑːŋ ˈiː.lɑːŋ/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее вечнозелёное азиатское дерево с ароматными зеленовато-жёлтыми цветами или масло, перегоняемое из его цветов и используемое в парфюмерии.

A noun referring to an evergreen Asian tree with aromatic greenish-yellow flowers, or the oil distilled from its flowers, which is used in perfumery.

  1. B2formal

    A fragrant oil extracted from the flowers of the ilang-ilang tree, commonly used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

    ruМасло иланг-иланг

    • The perfume contains a hint of ilang-ilang oil.
    • Ilang-ilang is often used in high-end fragrances.
    • She added a few drops of ilang-ilang oil to her bath.

    Synonymsylang-ylang

  2. Tropical treeB2formal

    An evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia, known for its aromatic greenish-yellow flowers that produce a volatile oil.

    ruТропическое дерево

    • The ilang-ilang tree is widely grown in tropical regions.
    • Its flowers are harvested for their essential oil.
    • The garden features a beautiful ilang-ilang tree.

    Synonymscanangaylang-ylang