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Meaning of sandalwood

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

sandalwood

Pronunciation:/ˈsandəlwʊd/

noun

Definitions

  1. Any of various tropical trees of the genus Santalum, native or long naturalized in India, Australia, Hawaii, and many south Pacific islands.

  2. The aromatic heartwood of these trees used in ornamental carving, in the construction of insect-repellent boxes and chests, and as a source of certain perfumes.