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ylang-ylang Definition


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ylang-ylang
noun
    1. An evergreen tree, native to Malaysia and the Philippines, with large elliptical leaves and dull-yellow fragrant flowers whose oil (macassar oil) is used in perfumes and aromatherapy.
    2. The perfume or aromatherapy oil itself.
Etymology: 19c: from Tagálog.



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