LABDANUM


Meaning of LABDANUM in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈlab-də-nəm ]

noun

also lad·a·num ˈla-də-nəm, ˈlad-nəm

Etymology: Medieval Latin lapdanum

Date: 14th century

: a soft dark fragrant bitter oleoresin derived from various rockroses (genus Cistus ) and used in making perfumes

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