Parma violet
noun
a variety of the sweet violet, Viola odorata, that is the source of an essential oil used in perfumery.
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Origin of Parma violet
1855–60; after Parma, Italy
Words nearby Parma violet
parl. proc., parm, Parma, Parma ham, Parma Heights, Parma violet, Parmenides, Parmentier, Parmesan, Parmesan cheese, parmigiana
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