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noun • an aromatic ointment used in antiquity | ||||||||
| 31% | 8 | An ester used in ointments | ||||||
noun • an ester of stearic acid. • a salt of stearic acid. | ||||||||
| 31% | 5 | Resin used in ointments | ||||||
noun • fragrant resin obtain from trees of the family Burseraceae and used as incense | ||||||||
Plant Used In Ancient Ointments Crossword Clue
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NARD
Updated: October 11, 2023
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