essence

US /ˈes.əns/
UK /ˈes.əns/
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1.

本質, 精髓, 要素

the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something, especially something abstract, which determines its character

:
The essence of his argument was that all people deserve equal rights.
他論點的精髓是所有人應享有平等的權利。
Simplicity is the essence of good design.
簡潔是良好設計的精髓
2.

香精, 精油, 提取物

a preparation of a plant or drug, especially an alcoholic solution of a volatile oil, used as a flavoring or scent

:
Add a few drops of vanilla essence to the cake batter.
在蛋糕糊中加入幾滴香草
She dabbed a little lavender essence behind her ears.
她在耳後塗了點薰衣草精油