sandalwood
noun/ˈsændəlˌwʊd/
Frequency rank: #17,015 most common English word
Meaning
a fragrant wood from tropical trees, often used in perfumes and incense
Example sentence
The room was filled with the warm scent of sandalwood, which made everyone feel calm and relaxed.
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