Cologne
Definition
- Noun:
- A perfumed liquid: A fragrant liquid product, typically made from essential oils and alcohol, designed to be applied to the skin, especially after shaving or as a light perfume.
- A city in Germany: A major city and commercial center in western Germany, located on the Rhine River, historically significant as a member of the Hanseatic League.
Examples
- Noun (Perfumed liquid):
- He always wears a light cologne before going to work.
- She received a bottle of expensive cologne as a gift.
- Noun (City):
- Cologne is famous for its magnificent Gothic cathedral.
- We took a boat tour on the Rhine River in Cologne.
Advanced Usage
- "Eau de cologne": A specific, traditional term for a type of perfume with a low concentration of fragrant oils, originating from the city of Cologne. It is often used interchangeably with "cologne," especially in a historical or formal context.
- He prefers the classic scent of a traditional eau de cologne.
Variants and Related Words
- Cologned (adj): Scented with cologne.
- He stepped out, freshly cologned and ready for the evening.
- Cologne water: An older, synonymous term for cologne (the perfume).
Synonyms
- Perfume: A fragrant liquid typically worn on the body.
- Fragrance: A pleasant, sweet smell; often used for perfumes and colognes.
- Scent: A distinctive smell, especially one that is pleasant.
- Aftershave: A lotion, typically with a fragrance, applied to the face after shaving (a related product, often overlapping with cologne).
Related Phrases
- To splash on cologne: To apply cologne, often liberally.
- He quickly splashed on some cologne before the date.
- A hint of cologne: A faint, pleasant smell of cologne.
- There was just a hint of his cologne in the air.
Notes
- In modern English, "cologne" is often used specifically to refer to perfumed products marketed toward men, while "perfume" is more general or associated with women's products. However, the term originally and technically refers to a specific concentration and type of fragrance.
Noun
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a perfumed liquid made of essential oils and alcohol
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a commercial center and river port in western Germany on the Rhine River; flourished during the 15th century as a member of the Hanseatic League
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