grey amber



grey amber

Another term for ambergris, a waxy substance excreted by sperm whales and used as a fixative, especially in the preparation of perfumes. The large chunk of grey amber that washed ashore is worth more than gold!
See also: amber, grey

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Lindiwe-Southern African, Zulu
KaileyKAY-leeEnglish (Modern)
WendelinVEN-de-leen (German)German, Dutch, Ancient Germanic
Navid-Persian, Arabic
SÉAmas-Irish
PanchoPAHN-choSpanish