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sandalwood

/ˈsæn.dəl.wʊd/

Traduction: Nom désignant le bois jaunâtre, fin et aromatique du santal, réputé pour repousser les insectes et utilisé en sculpture et en ébénisterie.

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noun

/ˈsæn.dəl.wʊd/C1formal
  • frNom désignant le bois jaunâtre, fin et aromatique du santal, réputé pour repousser les insectes et utilisé en sculpture et en ébénisterie.

A noun referring to the close-grained, fragrant yellowish heartwood of the true sandalwood tree, known for its insect-repelling properties and use in carving and cabinetwork.

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  1. Fragrant WoodB2formal

    A close-grained, yellowish, and highly fragrant heartwood from the true sandalwood tree, known for its insect-repelling properties and use in carving and fine woodworking.

    frbois de santal

    • The intricate box was carved from rare sandalwood.
    • Sandalwood is often used to make high-quality furniture and decorative items.
    • The wood's natural fragrance helps keep moths away from stored clothes.
  2. Essential OilB2formal

    An aromatic oil extracted from the wood, widely used in perfumes, incense, and aromatherapy for its calming and soothing scent.

    frhuile essentielle de bois de santal

    • A few drops of sandalwood oil can create a relaxing atmosphere.
    • The incense was made from pure sandalwood powder.
    • Sandalwood is a popular base note in many luxury perfumes.
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  • sandalwoods plural form
  • sandalwoods' possessive plural form
  • sandalwood's possessive singular form