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Meaning of sandalwood in English
Pronunciation
/ˈsændlˌwʊd/
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Noun
sandalwood
Etymology
early 16th century: sandal from medieval Latin sandalum (based on Sanskrit candana) + wood
Definitions
1.
close-grained fragrant yellowish heartwood of the true sandalwood
Examples
« has insect-repelling properties and is used for carving and cabinetwork »