eau de parfum

noun

eau de par·fum ˌō-də-ˌpär-ˈfaⁿ

plural eaux de parfum ˌō(z)-də-ˌpär-ˈfaⁿ

also eau de parfums ˌō-də-ˌpär-ˈfaⁿ(z)

or eaux de parfums ˌō(z)-də-ˌpär-ˈfaⁿ(z)

: a perfumed liquid containing a percentage of fragrant oils that is lower than that in perfume but greater than that in eau de toilette

Examples of eau de parfum in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The eau de parfum will debut first on DKNY’s website in Spain with El Corte Inglés before rolling out with Douglas in Germany, Boots in the U.K. and its Stateside launch with Ulta Beauty, Macy’s online, Belk and Boscov’s in the fall. —

James Manso, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019 By Jennifer Hussein Fragrance 11 Best Body Mists for All-Over Deliciousness Use these scented sprays alone or as a sidekick for your favorite eau de parfum. —

Sophie Wirt, Allure, 13 Aug. 2022 Each 100 ml eau de parfum bottle will retail for $195. —

Anna Tingley, Variety, 8 May 2024 This summer, Victoria’s Secret is also making a splash in the fragrance category, introducing a limited-edition Bombshell Escape eau de parfum with notes of guava, summer peony and lush palms evoking a sense of adventure, priced at $79.95. —

Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 17 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eau de parfum

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Word History

Etymology

French, literally, perfume water

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of eau de parfum was in 1949

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“Eau de parfum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eau%20de%20parfum. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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