redolence

[ red-l-uhns ]
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noun
  1. the quality of having a pleasant odor; fragrance: The lingering redolence of her perfume filled the air.

  2. the quality of smelling like a certain thing (usually used with of): This Pinot Noir has a smoky, savory, and slightly earthy aroma with a redolence of sweet plum and guava.

  1. the quality of being suggestive or reminiscent of a certain person or thing, as of someone’s style, work, etc. (usually used with of): Towards the end of the first movement the music takes on a scorching redolence of Shostakovich.

Origin of redolence

1
First recorded in 1425–75; redol(ent) + -ence
  • Also red·o·len·cy [red-l-uhn-see] /ˈrɛd l ən si/ .

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