as in incenses
to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance
roses perfumed the wedding chapel
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Recent Examples of perfumes
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2025
European colonists in America killed beavers primarily for their furs and for their scent glands, which were (and are) used in perfumes.
—Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
Diptyque, the Parisian luxury purveyor of perfumes and candles, is opening its first San Diego boutique there soon, near Apple Store.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
The product’s popularity is in line with the rise in the fragrance market overall; perfumes and their ilk are the fastest-growing category in the beauty sector, according to the market-research firm Circana.
—Franklin Schneider, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Compare that to traditional perfumes, which might last about three to eight hours.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Fragrances and photosensitivity Certain ingredients in perfumes and colognes can cause photosensitivity, a reaction where the skin becomes more susceptible to UV damage.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, higher up, growers such as Raffaele Moccia (Agnanum) have more perfumes freshness in their wines.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The trio is located in countries that make up part of the European Union, which was hit with a 15 percent levy that began in August—covering everything from high-end perfumes to luxury cars.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
Noun
Grab hold of Glasshouse Fragrances’ interior perfumes.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2025
European colonists in America killed beavers primarily for their furs and for their scent glands, which were (and are) used in perfumes.
—Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
Diptyque, the Parisian luxury purveyor of perfumes and candles, is opening its first San Diego boutique there soon, near Apple Store.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
The product’s popularity is in line with the rise in the fragrance market overall; perfumes and their ilk are the fastest-growing category in the beauty sector, according to the market-research firm Circana.
—Franklin Schneider, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Compare that to traditional perfumes, which might last about three to eight hours.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Fragrances and photosensitivity Certain ingredients in perfumes and colognes can cause photosensitivity, a reaction where the skin becomes more susceptible to UV damage.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, higher up, growers such as Raffaele Moccia (Agnanum) have more perfumes freshness in their wines.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The trio is located in countries that make up part of the European Union, which was hit with a 15 percent levy that began in August—covering everything from high-end perfumes to luxury cars.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfumes
Noun
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Back in stock at Bath & Body Works are timeless scents like Fresh Balsam, ‘Tis the Season, and Winter.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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And for the guy who always smells good, this travel-friendly four-pack of solid colognes in classic scents like Sandalwood and Vetiver gives him options depending on his mood or the occasion.—
Tabitha Britt,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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New Holiday Fragrances New to the holiday lineup are several fragrances with a playful twist.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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From universally flattering makeup picks and designer fragrances to skincare staples, multi-use hair tools and indulgent self-care treats, these crowd-pleasing gifts are a great choice for any beauty lover.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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The nose is captivating with aromas of brown sugar, caramel corn, and vanilla mingle with wood and a hint of cherry.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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The aromas, which were two years in the making, were worth the wait.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Perfumes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfumes. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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