perfumer

noun

per·​fum·​er pər-ˈfyü-mər How to pronounce perfumer (audio)
pə-
ˈpər-ˌfyü-
: one that makes or sells perfumes

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Phlur was born to make fragrance feel more personal, playful and approachable by launching unique, affordable scents designed by world-class perfumers. Rachel Burchfield, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026 But rather, the nose behind the bestselling scents from Amouage, Jean Paul Gaultier and Carolina Herrera started his studies backstage — literally — and his university training as a stage director has become central to his ethos as a perfumer. James Manso, Footwear News, 23 May 2026 As part of the Grasse revival, one of the world's largest fragrance companies, DSM-Firmenich, opened Villa Botanica, a private retreat for its top perfumers to discover new smells. Cecilia Vega, CBS News, 3 May 2026 Ceci Tucker is the principal interior designer and perfumer behind Wilde Folk Studio, an interior design studio and natural perfumery. Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for perfumer

Word History

First Known Use

1564, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of perfumer was in 1564

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“Perfumer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perfumer. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

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