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)
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
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The eau de parfum version is already exceptionally long-lasting, and the exclusif version only further amplifies that—prepare to have this scent linger on your clothes for days.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
Grapefruit, raspberry, rose, musk Though admittedly pricier, this unisex eau de parfum offers notes that are quietly compelling.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2025
While This Works has gained traction for its bestselling Deep Sleep Pillow Spray, $33 for 75 ml, that has sold over 12 million bottles, Own Time is unique in that it is meant to be worn as a traditional eau de parfum.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 4 Dec. 2025
That greatness includes a whiplash-inducing rose scent and a musky eau de parfum that brings an unexpected accord to the mix.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
Grapefruit, raspberry, rose, musk Though admittedly pricier, this unisex eau de parfum offers notes that are quietly compelling.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2025
While This Works has gained traction for its bestselling Deep Sleep Pillow Spray, $33 for 75 ml, that has sold over 12 million bottles, Own Time is unique in that it is meant to be worn as a traditional eau de parfum.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 4 Dec. 2025
That greatness includes a whiplash-inducing rose scent and a musky eau de parfum that brings an unexpected accord to the mix.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eau de parfum
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“Eau de parfum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eau%20de%20parfum. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.
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