incense

• Существительное, обозначающее вещество, часто смолу или растительный материал, которое сжигают для получения ароматного дыма, используемого в религиозных церемониях, медитации или ради приятного запаха.

A noun referring to a substance, often a resin or plant material, that is burned to produce a fragrant smoke, used in religious ceremonies, meditation, or for its pleasant aroma.

uncountable

1. Aromatic substanceB1formal

   A material that produces a fragrant smell when burned, used in religious ceremonies or for relaxation.

   Благовоние

   • The temple was filled with the scent of burning incense.
   • She lit some incense to create a calming atmosphere.
   • Incense sticks are often used during meditation.

2. Fragrance or aromaB1formal

   The pleasant smell produced by burning incense or similar substances.

   Благовоние

   • The incense of sandalwood filled the room.
   • He enjoyed the sweet incense of the flowers.
   • The incense from the ceremony lingered in the air.

   Synonymsaromabouquetfragranceperfumeredolencescent

• Глагол, означающий сильно разозлить кого-либо или окуривать благовониями.

A verb meaning to make someone very angry or to perfume with incense.

1. To make very angryC1formal

   To cause someone to feel extreme anger or outrage.

   Привести в ярость

   • The unfair decision incensed the entire community.
   • His rude remarks incensed her beyond words.
   • The corruption scandal incensed the public.

   Synonymsangerenrageexasperateinflameinfuriatemaddenoutrageprovoke

   Antonymsappeasecalmpacifyplacatesoothe