eau de Cologne

[ oh duh kuh-lohn ]

noun

1. cologne.

eau de Cologne

/ əʊ də kəˈləʊn /

noun

1. See cologne

Word History and Origins

Origin of eau de Cologne¹

First recorded in 1795–1805

Word History and Origins

Origin of eau de Cologne¹

French, literally: water of Cologne

Example Sentences

Among other extras, the little fellow's hair was treated to a liberal supply of eau de cologne, to his huge gratification.

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The maid gathered up the brushes and the bottle of eau-de-cologne from the table and took them into Mrs. Admaston's room.

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She gave a shriek of alarm and fainted away, and they had to pour two barrels of eau-de-cologne over her before she recovered.

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They are continually besprinkling themselves with eau de Cologne, esprit de Lavande, agua rica, or mistura.

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She had seen a drop of eau de Cologne on the polished arm of the sofa, and instinctively sought to wipe it off.

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