Meaning of the word perfume in English

What does perfume mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

perfume

US /ˈpɝː.fjuːm/

UK /ˈpɝː.fjuːm/

a fragrant liquid typically made from essential oils extracted from flowers and spices, used to give a pleasant smell to one's body or clothes.

Example:

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She sprayed a little perfume on her wrist.

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The room was filled with the sweet scent of her favorite perfume.

Synonym:

fragrance scent eau de toilette cologne

to make something smell pleasant by applying perfume or a fragrant substance.

Example:

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She likes to perfume her clothes with lavender.

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The flowers perfumed the entire garden.

Synonym:

scent fragrance aromatize

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