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Definition of cologne
1 : a perfumed liquid composed of alcohol and fragrant oils
2 : a cream or paste of cologne sometimes formed into a semisolid stick
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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 of cologne from the Web
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His wooden bed frame and dresser hold his collection of colognes, baseball caps, and Chicago Bears, Bulls and Cubs posters propped up on his white walls.
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Every other day the floors are washed with a very diluted solution of Pomelo cologne.
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My Banana Republic T-shirt was drenched with sweat smelling of Givenchy cologne.
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Orange Blossom mixes with water lily, orris, and balsamic vetiver for a sharp and fresh floral scent while Tuberose Angelica is a richer cologne that blends white florals and angelica with warmer notes of amberwood.
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The bit actually aired in April, but O'Brien re-shared it on Tuesday, calling the cologne the perfect gift for Father's Day.
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There's nothing worse than having your favorite perfume or cologne tossed unceremoniously into a garbage can at airport security.
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Many stores around town sell handmade men’s soaps, aftershaves, colognes and candles that can be assembled into mini bath kits.
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Delia Durham, the counselor, brought Walker cologne, steroids and restaurant meals, the inmate said.
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Origin and Etymology of cologne
Cologne, Germany
COLOGNE Defined for English Language Learners
cologne
playDefinition of cologne for English Language Learners
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: a liquid that has a light, pleasant smell and that people put on their skin : a light kind of perfume that does not have a strong smell
COLOGNE Defined for Kids
cologne
playDefinition of cologne for Students
: a perfumed liquid made up of alcohol and fragrant oils
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