incense

UK
/ˈɪn.sens/
US
/ˈɪnˌsɛns/

Translations

incensenoun
incenses
pl
The church was filled with the smell of incense.
Церковь была наполнена запахом ладана.
The priest lit the incense during the ceremony.
Священник зажег фимиам во время церемонии.
Additional translations
incenseverb
incensed
Past Simple
incensed
Past Participle
incensing
Gerund
UK
/ˈɪn.sens/
US
/ˈɪnˌsɛns/
The constant noise began to incense the residents.
Постоянный шум начал раздражать жителей.
His rude comments incensed her.
Его грубые комментарии взбесили её.
Additional translations
incenseadjective
UK
/ˈɪn.sens/
US
/ˈɪnˌsɛns/
Used attributively (e.g., "incense sticks")

Definitions

incensenoun
A substance that is burned for the sweet smell it produces, often used in religious ceremonies or for aromatherapy.
The priest lit the incense to purify the temple before the ceremony.
The smoke or fragrance produced by burning such a substance.
The room was filled with the calming incense of sandalwood.
incenseverb
To make someone very angry or enraged.
The unfair decision incensed the entire team.
incenseadjective
Relating to or scented with incense; used to describe something intended for burning as incense or having the fragrance of incense.
She lit several incense candles to create a relaxing atmosphere.