vet·i·ver (v t  -vr)n. 1. A grass (Vetiveria zizanioides) of tropical India, cultivated for its aromatic roots that yield an oil used in perfumery. 2. The roots of this plant. [French vétiver, from Tamil ve  iv r : vei, worthless + vru, useless.] |
vetiver [ˈvɛtɪvə]
n
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Plants) a tall hairless grass, Vetiveria zizanioides, of tropical and subtropical Asia, having aromatic roots and stiff long narrow ornamental leaves
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Plants) the root of this plant used for making screens, mats, etc., and yielding a fragrant oil used in perfumery, medicine, etc.
[from French vétiver, from Tamil vettivẽru]
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