noun
- Plural of lignaloe; a fragrant resinous wood from tropical trees, used in perfumes and incense.
Usage: Also spelled lignum aloes or lign-aloes; Often used in historical or traditional contexts; Aromatic wood product
Examples
- The perfumer blended lignaloes with sandalwood for a rich, woody scent.
- Medieval apothecaries valued lignaloes for their medicinal and aromatic properties.
- Incense made from lignaloes was burned in temples throughout Asia.
- The merchant traded in spices and lignaloes from the East Indies.
- Lignaloes appear frequently in historical accounts of luxury goods.