khuskhus

noun

khus·​khus
ˈkəskəs
variants or khuskhus grass or less commonly khus
ˈkəs
or kuskus or cuscus
ˈkəskəs
plural -es
: an aromatic grass (Andropogon zizamoides) whose especially fragrant roots yield an oil used in perfumery and are also made into mats in tropical India

called also vetiver

Word History

Etymology

Persian & Hindi khaskhas

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“Khuskhus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/khuskhus. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.

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