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ambergris in German

ambergris in German is Ambra, Amber — ambergris means a firm, waxy material, greyish to blackish in colour, that can catch fire and is produced inside the gut of sperm whales; it is used in making perfume.

ambergris in German

Ambra
noun
A solid, waxy, flammable substance of a dull grey or blackish color, produced in the intestines of the sperm whale. It is used in perfumes.
Amber
noun
A solid, waxy, flammable substance of a dull grey or blackish color, produced in the intestines of the sperm whale. It is used in perfumes.

What does "ambergris" mean?

  1. noun A firm, waxy material, greyish to blackish in colour, that can catch fire and is produced inside the gut of sperm whales; it is used in making perfume.
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What is "ambergris" in German?
"ambergris" in German is Ambra, Amber. ambergris means: A firm, waxy material, greyish to blackish in colour, that can catch fire and is produced inside the gut of sperm whales; it is used in making perfume.
Are there other ways to say "ambergris" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "ambergris": Ambra, Amber.
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