Calambac

/ˈkæl.əm.bæk/ noun

A type of precious, fragrant heartwood from agarwood trees, especially prized in perfumery and incense; also called 'calambak' or 'oud.'

From Sanskrit 'agaru' or Sanskrit-derived languages of Southeast Asia, referring to the rare, resinous wood from infected agarwood trees valued in luxury markets.

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