Search Dictionary
Definition of kuth

kuth

/kuːθ/
kuth
Plural:kuths
JUMP TO:

kuth Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A tall perennial herb (Saussurea costus) native to the high altitudes of the Himalayas, cultivated primarily for its intensely aromatic roots.

Example

"Local farmers in the Himalayan valleys have cultivated kuth for generations due to the high global demand for its valuable roots."

2

The dried, fragrant root of the kuth plant, or the essential oil extracted from it, widely used in perfumery, incense manufacturing, and traditional medicine.

Example

"The intricate, earthy fragrance of the incense was achieved by blending sandalwood, frankincense, and kuth."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for kuth

• Rhymes for kuth

• Nearby Words

kushiyara
kuskokwim
kutenai
kuth
kutjera
kuwait
kuwait city

Word Origin & Etymology

From Hindi 'kūṭh', derived from Sanskrit 'kuṣṭha', referring to the costus plant and its fragrant root used in ancient medicine and rituals.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kuth. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kuth
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.