ilang-ilang
- noun
- Philippine
- The ilang-ilang tree is known for its fragrant flowers.
Examples
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An ilang-ilang tree was planted near the entrance to provide both beauty and aroma.
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The sweet fragrance of ilang-ilang filled the garden, attracting bees and butterflies.
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Perfume makers often use oil extracted from ilang-ilang flowers for its unique scent.
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I love the sweet scent of ilang-ilang in the garden.
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The sweet fragrance of ilang-ilang filled the garden, attracting bees and butterflies.
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Perfume makers often use oil extracted from ilang-ilang flowers for its unique scent.
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An ilang-ilang tree was planted near the entrance to provide both beauty and aroma.
Synonyms
A tropical evergreen tree with sweet smelling flowers used to make perfume oil
A tropical tree with very fragrant green-yellow flowers used to make perfume oil
A tropical tree with very fragrant flowers used to make perfume
Surface Forms
Etymology
Ilang-ilang comes from a Philippine (Tagalog) name for the tree, where repeating the part ilang is a common way to name plants. That's why the fragrant tropical tree is called ilang-ilang.