freshener

American  

[fresh-uh-ner] / ˈfrɛʃ ə nər /

noun

1. something that freshens or refreshens.

   An air freshener cleared the room of stale odors.

2. a soothing skin lotion.

3. a beverage that makes the drinker feel refreshed.

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Etymology

Origin of freshener

First recorded in 1880–85; freshen + -er ¹

Example Sentences

“And maybe get some air freshener for G’s room. Or some incense?”

From Literature

Choosing a prime money-market fund for the extra yield is like choosing a car for the complimentary air freshener.

From MarketWatch

Also under exploration were ideas to limit fines in poorer communities and end stops for minor infractions, such as expired tags or air fresheners hanging from the rearview mirror.

From Los Angeles Times

Police found Xu had hidden camera devices in multiple locations, including inside an air freshener and in bathrooms.

From BBC

One man, who now lives in Seattle, stopped by while he was visiting in hopes of buying the air fresheners he used to love from the spot he once frequented.

From Los Angeles Times