patchouli
noun
patch·ou·li
pə-ˈchü-lē 
also
ˈpa-chə-lē
variants
or less commonly patchouly
: a heavy perfume made from the fragrant essential oil of a southeast Asian mint (Pogostemon cablin)
also
: the plant itself
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By the drydown, you’re left with this cashmere vanilla and crystallized patchouli that feels like a second skin.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 3 Oct. 2025
In this case, that meant teaming up with French artist Jean Julien to create a rose- and patchouli-scented ode to the City of Light.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025
L’Absolu boasts notes of rich orange blossom, deep patchouli, cool sparkling ginger, bergamot and cardamom.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
Its main notes include white musk, rose, and suede, with hints of patchouli and cumin.
—Sarah Felbin, Allure, 18 Sep. 2025
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 3 Oct. 2025
In this case, that meant teaming up with French artist Jean Julien to create a rose- and patchouli-scented ode to the City of Light.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025
L’Absolu boasts notes of rich orange blossom, deep patchouli, cool sparkling ginger, bergamot and cardamom.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
Its main notes include white musk, rose, and suede, with hints of patchouli and cumin.
—Sarah Felbin, Allure, 18 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for patchouli
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“Patchouli.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patchouli. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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