joss stick

/ˌdʒɑs ˈstɪk/
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Other forms: joss sticks

Definitions of joss stick
  1. noun
    a slender stick of incense burned before a joss by the Chinese
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    type of:
    incense
    a substance that produces a fragrant odor when burned
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