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perfumes

  • plural
    of perfume.
    perfume
    noun
    a substance, extract, or preparation for diffusing or imparting an agreeable or attractive smell, especially a fluid containing fragrant natural oils extracted from flowers, woods, etc., or similar synthetic oils.
  • present tense form
    of perfume (3rd person singular).
    perfume
    noun
    a substance, extract, or preparation for diffusing or imparting an agreeable or attractive smell, especially a fluid containing fragrant natural oils extracted from flowers, woods, etc., or similar synthetic oils.

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Dubbed "a couturier of the sacred" by Vogue magazine, Sorcinelli has seen his business expand over the years, now encompassing perfumes and body products for the general public.

From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026

That sounds healthy, but investors were spooked by low demand for Hermès’ clothing, watches and perfumes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026

The devil only occasionally played a part in ads for fashion products, such as perfumes, makeup and handkerchiefs.

From Salon ● May 17, 2026

There have been reports of an uptick in luxury goods such as Chanel cosmetics and perfumes circulating among wealthy North Koreans, while fur coats have become popular in a city bordering China.

From BBC ● May 5, 2026

Bees buzzed through honeysuckle and jasmine, which filled the afternoon air with a dizzying mix of perfumes.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan