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Definition of ylang-ylang

ylang-ylang

Plural:ylang-ylangs
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1

A rich, sweet-smelling essential oil distilled from the fresh blossoms of the ylang-ylang tree, widely used in fine perfumery, cosmetics, and aromatherapy.

Example

"The luxury soap was scented with a soothing blend of bergamot, sandalwood, and ylang-ylang."

2

A fast-growing tropical tree (Cananga odorata) native to the Indo-Pacific region, belonging to the custard apple family (Annonaceae), cultivated for its drooping, intensely fragrant greenish-yellow flowers with long, strap-shaped petals.

Example

"The botanical conservatory featured a mature ylang-ylang whose drooping yellow blossoms perfumed the entire walkway."

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• Nearby Words

yips
yiwu
yiyang
ylang-ylang
yo
yo yo loach
yo-yo

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ylang-ylang. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ylang--ylang
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