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ambrein

|am-brein|

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/ˈæmbriːn/

amber-derived alcohol

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ambrein' originates from the French word 'ambre,' which means 'amber.'

Historical Evolution

'ambre' transformed into the modern English word 'ambrein.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to a substance derived from ambergris, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a triterpene alcohol found in ambergris, used in perfumery.

Ambrein is a key component in many luxury perfumes.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/07/11 04:21