Definition
ambergrises
noun
- Plural of ambergris; waxy, grayish substances found in the intestines of sperm whales, used in perfume and historically in medicine.
Usage: Typically used in the singular form 'ambergris' in modern English; the plural 'ambergrises' is rare but grammatically valid when referring to multiple samples or types.
Examples
- Ambergrises have been highly valued in the perfume industry for centuries.
- The museum displayed several samples of ambergrises from different whale specimens.
- Collectors of rare materials sometimes seek out ambergrises for their unique properties.
- Modern perfumers often use synthetic alternatives instead of natural ambergrises.
- Historical records show that ambergrises were once traded as luxury goods.