'costus' definitions:

Definition of 'costus'

From: GCIDE
  • Pachak \Pa*chak"\, n. (Bot.) The fragrant roots of the Saussurea Costus, exported from India to China, and used for burning as incense. It is supposed to be the costus of the ancients. [Written also putchuck.] [1913 Webster]

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