7th May 2025, 1:13 PM
Ambergris - Noun
A rock-like substance found on beaches. Produced in the digestive system of sperm whales on rare occasions. Was used highly in the perform industry as a 'fixative', making scents last longer. Used less often now since there are synthetic alternatives and also since the whaling industry is heavily regulated.
From '-gris' meaning gray. "Grey amber."
A rock-like substance found on beaches. Produced in the digestive system of sperm whales on rare occasions. Was used highly in the perform industry as a 'fixative', making scents last longer. Used less often now since there are synthetic alternatives and also since the whaling industry is heavily regulated.
From '-gris' meaning gray. "Grey amber."
