Definition of incense
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: material used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
2
: the perfume exhaled from some spices and gums when burned
broadly
: a pleasing scent
3
: pleasing attention : flattery
incense
verb (1)
incensed; incensing
Definition of incense (Entry 2 of 3)
incense
verb (2)
incensed; incensing
Definition of incense (Entry 3 of 3)
1
: to arouse the extreme anger or indignation of
2
archaic
: to cause (a passion or emotion) to become aroused
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The first known use of incense was in the 13th century
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