also: いこう
exquisite fragrance; unusual scent
Rare literary term for a remarkable, often otherworldly or exceptionally fine fragrance. Not used in everyday conversation.
An exquisite fragrance wafted from the flower.
Standard kanji spelling for this rare literary noun.
Alternate reading; less common than いきょう.
Composed of 異 (unusual, different) and 香 (fragrance). The exact historical derivation is uncertain; the spelling is conventionally associated with the meaning 'unusual fragrance'.