perfumer

noun

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

Examples of perfumer in a Sentence

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The candles and diffusers are made with proprietary formulas, featuring the highest percentage of oil in the industry, with fragrances made by master perfumers that utilize the most important ingredients. — ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026 The fragrances have been in development for roughly two-and-a-half years and were created with master perfumers Frank Voelkl and Shyamala Maisondieu. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026 Fragrance pros say this is undeniably a favorite fragrance of Aniston because of its vintage vibe, and precisely why it’s beloved by perfumers and noses alike. — Nicole Catanese, InStyle, 7 Sep. 2026 Élodie is a brilliant perfumer who must fight the misogyny that rules her industry and take ownership of her creative work to become successful in her own right. — Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 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 27 Sep. 2026.

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