Definition of ambrosia
1a
: the food of the Greek and Roman gods
b
: the ointment or perfume of the gods
2
: something extremely pleasing to taste or smell
3
: a dessert made of oranges and shredded coconut
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The first known use of ambrosia was in the 15th century
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