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spikenard
This term carries a heavy biblical and archaic connotation, frequently evoking images of ancient rituals, luxury, and devotion. It is rarely used in modern commercial perfumery, appearing instead in historical texts or religious narratives to signify a high-value, precious offering.
As a noun referring to both the botanical plant and the resulting oil, it functions as a mass noun when describing the substance. While the plant itself can be counted in a botanical context, the word is most commonly encountered as an uncountable substance in literary descriptions of anointing.
Meanings
Examples
She poured expensive spikenard on his feet as a sign of devotion.
The air in the temple was thick with the scent of spikenard and frankincense.
I wonder if this oil is actual spikenard or just a synthetic blend.
The apothecary carefully weighed the dried spikenard roots on the scale.
A small alabaster jar contained a precious amount of spikenard.
Spikenard is native to the high altitudes of the Himalayas.
The priest used spikenard to anoint the sacred vessel during the ceremony.
This ancient recipe calls for a drop of spikenard for its earthy aroma.