perfume

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a distinctive odor that is pleasant
  2. noun a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor
  3. verb fill or impregnate with an odor

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French parfum, perfum. Doublet of parfum.

In classic literature

Synonyms

aroma, fragrance, scent

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