perfumer

noun

per·​fum·​er pər-ˈfyü-mər How to pronounce perfumer (audio)
pə-,
ˈpər-ˌfyü-
: one that makes or sells perfumes

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The fashion house seemed glad to spotlight its head perfumer, so long as the focus remained on Dior. Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2024 The note is a luxurious staple for many master perfumers. Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024 That’s a question that perfumers Annick Ménardo and Suzy Le Helley answered with BOSS Bottled Absolu, the third fragrance in the BOSS Bottled family. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024 After all, the two perfumers—who have created fragrances for Armani, Burberry, Gucci, and more—are well known in the industry for creating memorable, unique scents that linger. Philipp Wehsack, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for perfumer 

Word History

First Known Use

1564, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of perfumer was in 1564

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“Perfumer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perfumer. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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