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ylang-ylang Definition

ylang·-ylang (ē′läŋ′ ē′läŋ′)

noun

  1. an East Indian tree (Cananga odorata) of the custard-apple family, with fragrant, greenish-yellow flowers
  2. the oil obtained from these flowers, used in perfumes

Etymology: Tagalog ilang-ilang

ylang-ylang Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • oil: Undiluted ylang-ylang oil was found not to irritate mouse skin.

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