incense

/ˈɪnsɛns/

A burning stick of incense emitting fragrant smoke in a serene, spiritual style.
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A burning stick of incense emitting fragrant smoke in a serene, spiritual style.

The image depicts a burning stick of incense emitting fragrant smoke, symbolizing the literal meaning of incense as a scented material used in rituals. The scene is depicted in a serene, spiritual style, emphasizing the connection between incense and religious practices.

  1. noun — incenses
    1. A perfume used in the rites of various religions.
    2. Homage; adulation.
  2. verb — incenses; incensing; incensed
    1. To set on fire; to inflame; to kindle; to burn.
    2. To anger or infuriate.
      • I think it would incense him to learn the truth.
    3. To incite, stimulate.
    4. To offer incense to.
    5. To perfume with, or as with, incense.
      • The priests solemnly incensed the girl who personated the goddess.