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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Fragrance shoppers in 2026 are moving away from predictable sweetness, and perfumers say the next wave will trade conventional prettiness for unexpected contrast on the skin. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026 Located in Oakbrook Center, the new space pays homage to the couturier-perfumer’s birthplace with a fragrance discovery experience that’s anchored by a selection of one-of-a-kind olfactory silhouettes named La Collection Privée Christian Dior. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026 Tucker’s dual role at Wilde Folk Studio — interior designer and perfumer under one roof — is the template. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026 The candles and diffusers are made with proprietary formulas, featuring the highest percentage of oil in the industry, with fragrances made by master perfumers that utilize the most important ingredients. — ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for perfumer

Word History

First Known Use

1564, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 14 Oct. 2026.

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