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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Crafted by master perfumer Olivier Polge, Eau Splendide opens with a radiant burst of raspberry accord—crisp, juicy, and unmistakably playful. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026 Meet the expert Greta Pagel is a perfumer and the Fragrance Director at Good Chemistry and ILLUME. Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026 What comes off the first spray is not a perfumer’s idea of peach or even a synthetic, candy-bright version of the fruit. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 3 Apr. 2026 Combining the fields of astrology and numerology to create 365 beautiful candles, one for every birthdate, the bestselling Birthdate Candle is designed to unlock the secrets of your personality and include a custom fragrance crafted by master perfumers. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 23 Mar. 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 22 Apr. 2026.

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