Etymology of the French word incenser
the Old French word incenser
derived from the Late Latin word incensare (burn incense)
derived from the Latin word incensus (ardent, impassioned; radiant; incense; fire; unassessed, not assessed; unregistered)
derived from the Late Latin word incendere (inspire, fire, rouse; scorch; make fiery hot; set on fire; set fire to, kindle)