essence
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/ˈesns/
🇬🇧
/ˈesns/
noun
C1
the most basic and important quality of something
The essence of good teaching is making complex ideas simple.
C1
a strong liquid made from plants that keeps their smell and taste
This cake uses vanilla essence for flavor.
translation
the most basic and important quality of something; a strong liquid made from plants that keeps their smell and taste
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