in·cense¹ (ĭn-sĕns')
tr.v., -censed, -cens·ing, -cens·es.
To cause to be extremely angry; infuriate.

[Middle English encensen, from Old French incenser, from Late Latin incēnsāre, to sacrifice, burn, from Latin incēnsus, past participle of incendere, to set on fire.]

in·cense² (ĭn'sĕns')
n.

1. 1. An aromatic substance, such as wood or a gum, that is burned to produce a pleasant odor.
   2. The smoke or odor produced by the burning of such a substance.
2. A pleasant smell.
3. Flattering or fawning attention; homage.

tr.v., -censed, -cens·ing, -cens·es.

1. To perfume with incense.
2. To burn incense to, as a ritual offering.

[Middle English encens, from Old French, from Latin incēnsum, from neuter past participle of incendere, to set on fire.]

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