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oakmoss

noun
oak·​moss | \ ˈōk-ˌmȯs How to pronounce oakmoss (audio) \

Definition of oakmoss

: any of several lichens (such as Evernia prunastri) that grow on oak trees and yield a resin used in perfumery

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 To help ease the burn, there is a scented Cincinnati candle, smelling of oakmoss and amber. — Sallee Ann Ruibal, Cincinnati.com, "This Indiana candle company sells unscented Ohio candle, Twitter reacts," 19 Dec. 2018 Essential ones, like oakmoss, bay leaf, and petitgrain, plus a blend of jojoba, grapeseed, argan, pumpkin seed, and baobab oils. — The Editors Of Gq, GQ, "The Best Natural and Organic Grooming Products to Restock Your Cabinet," 8 June 2018

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First Known Use of oakmoss

1921, in the meaning defined above

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