perfumer

noun

per·​fum·​er pər-ˈfyü-mər How to pronounce perfumer (audio)
pə-, 
ˈpər-ˌfyü-
: one that makes or sells perfumes

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That secret-weapon oud knows exactly the role to play in perfumer Francis Kurkdjian’s formula, preferring sophistication over exclamation. — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2026 And while floral notes have long been celebrated for their versatility, fruit can be just as nuanced when placed in the hands of the right perfumer. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 31 July 2026 Crafted by perfumers Dominique Ropion, Anne Flipo and Jean-Marc Chaillan of IFF, Glimmer is an amber, floral fragrance with a gourmand twist — notes of macaron rose accord, raspberry mousse accord and vanilla bean. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 28 July 2026 The idea of bringing these scents back from the ’90s was years in the making, says Redmond, but once Gap had these perfumers on board, the formulations took about two years. — Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for perfumer

Word History

First Known Use

1564, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of perfumer was in 1564

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“Perfumer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perfumer. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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