Definition of 'essence'

Noun

1. the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"
      Synonyms: kernel substance core center gist heart heart and soul inwardness marrow meat nub pith sum nitty-gritty
2. any substance possessing to a high degree the predominant properties of a plant or drug or other natural product from which it is extracted
3. the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
      Synonyms: effect burden core gist
4. a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor
      Synonyms: perfume

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