Essence — synonyms, definition

1. essence (Noun)

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essence (Noun) — The choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience. ex. "the essence of the prosecutor's argument"

essence (Noun) — Any substance possessing to a high degree the predominant properties of a plant, drug or other natural product from which it is extracted.

essence (Noun) — The central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work.

essence (Noun) — A toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odour.

essence (Noun) — (philosophy) the true nature of anything; the defining property or properties of something.

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