Meaning & Definition of word "Perfumed"
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Perfumed
/pərˈfjuːmd/
verb:
- 1. Past tense of 'perfume'; to have applied a fragrance to something.
- Example: She perfumed the room with her favorite essential oils.
- 2. To impart a pleasant smell to something.
- Example: The baker perfumed the air with the aroma of fresh bread.
adjective:
- 1. Having a pleasant scent or fragrance.
- Example: She walked through the garden, surrounded by perfumed flowers.
- 2. Impregnated with a scent or fragrance.
- Example: He wore a perfumed shirt that reminded her of a summer breeze.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'perfumare', meaning 'to smoke through'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
perfumed letter:
A letter scented with perfume, often associated with romantic intentions.
perfumed air:
Air that carries a pleasant scent.
perfumed garden:
A garden filled with flowers that have a strong, pleasant fragrance.
Related Words
perfume:
A liquid with a pleasant smell, often made from essential oils.
scent:
A distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one.
fragrance:
A pleasant, sweet smell.
Slang Meanings of perfumed
Meaning: To smell good.
Example Sentence: She's really perfumed today!
Meaning: To use too much perfume, making it overwhelming.
Example Sentence: He walked in so perfumed, I could barely breathe.