1. the rootstock of an iris plant, especially Iris germanica, dried and used in perfumery and as a flavoring
Usage: often used in the form of orris root
2. a gold or silver lace or braid used as a trim or decoration on fabric
Usage: archaic; historical

Examples

• Orris root has been used in perfume production for centuries.
• The fragrance contains notes of orris, violet, and sandalwood.
• Medieval garments were often trimmed with orris to display wealth and status.
• Orris is a key ingredient in many classic iris-based fragrances.
• The dried orris root is ground into a fine powder for use in cosmetics.