Definitions | ambergris |
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- (uncountable) A solid, waxy, flammable substance of a dull grey or blackish color, produced in the intestines of the sperm whale. It is used in perfumes.
Translations: - French: ambre gris(fr)
- German: Ambra(de)f, Amber(de)
Etymology: From medieval ambrum "amber" or ambra grisea "grey amber".
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