Definition of perfume
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: the scent of something sweet-smelling
2
: a substance that emits a pleasant odor
especially
: a fluid preparation of natural essences (as from plants or animals) or synthetics and a fixative used for scenting
perfume
verb
perfumed; perfuming
Definition of perfume (Entry 2 of 2)
: to fill or imbue with an odor
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The first known use of perfume was in 1546
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