ambergris
noun
Pronunciation: ˈæmbərɡriːs
Definition
A waxy, greyish substance produced in the digestive system of sperm whales, historically used as a fixative in high-end perfumery.
Examples
The beachcomber was shocked to discover a large, valuable lump of ambergris washed up on the shore.
Ancient perfumers valued ambergris for its unique ability to stabilize volatile aromatic compounds.
Modern synthetic alternatives have largely replaced the use of natural ambergris in the fragrance industry.
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