redolence
[ red-l-uhns ]
/ ˈrɛd l əns /
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noun
the quality of having a pleasant odor; fragrance: The lingering redolence of her perfume filled the air.
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.
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.
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Also red·o·len·cy [red-l-uhn-see] /ˈrɛd l ən si/ .
Origin of redolence
First recorded in 1425–75; redol(ent) + -ence
Words nearby redolence
Red No. 2, redo, red oak, red ocher, red ochre, redolence, redolent, Redon, redondilla, Redondo Beach, red osier
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