Parfumeur (en. Perfumer)

/paʁfy.mœʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person who composes perfumes.
The perfumer concocted a new fragrance.
Le parfumeur a concocté une nouvelle fragrance.
Artisan of perfume.
The perfumers of Grasse are renowned worldwide.
Les parfumeurs de Grasse sont renommés dans le monde entier.
Expert in scents and aromas.
This school trains talented perfumers.
Cette école forme des parfumeurs talentueux.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'to perfume', composed of the prefix 'par-' and the word 'fume'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a good nose
To have a good sense of smell.
avoir du nez
spring fragrance
A light and floral scent, typical of spring.
parfum de printemps
to powder one's nose
To apply perfume on oneself.
poudrer son nez

Related Words

perfume
Mixture of fragrant substances.
parfum
aroma
Olfactory sensation coming from a substance.
arôme
scent
Odorous emanation.
senteur
essence
Volatile substance from a plant used in perfumery.
essence

Slang Meanings

A new, very trendy perfume.
This perfume is the latest trend among perfumers.
Ce parfum est le dernier cri chez les parfumeurs.
A fragrance that attracts a lot.
She has a fragrance that captures the attention of all the perfumers.
Elle a un parfum qui capte l'attention de tous les parfumeurs.