perfume perfume /pɝˈfjuːm/

noun

1. () A toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor  ( essence , perfume )
   a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor
    She loved wearing her favorite perfume, which had a floral scent
   She loved wearing her favorite perfume, which had a floral scent
   
   
2. () A distinctive odor that is pleasant  ( aroma , fragrance , perfume , scent )
   a distinctive odor that is pleasant
    The scent of freshly baked bread filled the air.
   The scent of freshly baked bread filled the air.
   
   

verb

1. Apply perfume to  ( perfume , scent )
   apply perfume to
    She perfumes herself every day
   She perfumes herself every day
   
2. Fill or impregnate with an odor  ( aromatise [British] , aromatize , perfume )
   fill or impregnate with an odor
    Orange blossoms perfumed the air in the garden
   orange blossoms perfumed the air in the garden