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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Scent preferences are personal, and today’s perfumers approach candle compositions with the same artistry and precision as fine colognes, treating them as another olfactory canvas to paint on. Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2025 In another, central building, the factory workers, master perfumers, and office workers all mingle over lunch. Peter Vanham, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025 On Thursday, attendees including Chris Briney, Teyana Taylor and Scott Eastwood, among others, turned out alongside Chanel in-house perfumer creator Olivier Polge for the rooftop gathering off of Madison Square Park, boasting views of the skyline. James Manso, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025 The new fragrance, an interpretation of Bleu de Chanel, which launched in 2010, was created by Chanel in-house perfumer creator, Olivier Polge. Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025 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 19 Oct. 2025.

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