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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

spikenard

/ˈspaɪkɪnɑːrd/ noun · British & US
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What does spikenard mean?

noun

A fragrant resin obtained from the root of the spikenard plant, used in perfumes and as a medicine. A sweet-smelling ointment or perfume.

Example

"The queen wore a crown made of gold and adorned with spikenard, its fragrance wafting through the palace."

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