RhymeZone: essence definitions

Definitions of essence:

noun: any substance possessing to a high degree the predominant properties of a plant or drug or other natural product from which it is extracted
noun: a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor
noun: the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
noun: the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

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