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1
: a perfumed liquid composed of alcohol and fragrant oils
2
: a cream or paste of cologne sometimes formed into a semisolid stick
Examples of cologne in a Sentence
She put on some cologne and combed her hair.
a TV commercial for men's cologne
TV commercials for men's colognes.
Recent Examples on the Web
Luxury perfumers approach candle-making with the same artistry as crafting fine colognes, layering top, heart, and base notes into intricate scent pyramids.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2024
After a campaign filled with merchandise from sneakers to watches, a cologne commemorating President-elect Donald Trump has sold out.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
The choir director put out a general email asking people to not use cologne since others are allergic or sensitive.
—R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 4 Nov. 2024
At once woody, fresh, and mysterious, the cologne has prominent notes of cedarwood and hinoki.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
Cologne, Germany
First Known Use
1832, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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“Cologne.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cologne. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
cologne
noun
co·logne
kə-ˈlōn
: a liquid similar to perfume but not as strongly scented or as long-lasting
Etymology
named for Cologne, city in Germany where it was first made
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