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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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 Each of its perfumes is conceived by founder Corbin Chamberlin and perfumer Sarah Horowitz-Thran, but the duo designed to be worn during different lunar cycles has captured a growing fan base—and for good reason. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for perfumer

Word History

First Known Use

1564, in the meaning defined above

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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 20 Apr. 2026.

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