perfumery

noun

per·​fum·​ery pər-ˈfyü-mə-rē 

pə-, 

-ˈfyüm-rē

plural perfumeries

1

a

: the art or process of making perfume

b

: the products made by a perfumer

2

: an establishment where perfumes are made

Examples of perfumery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Fragrance will remain a strategic focus for Cosmoprof Asia, with three special projects exploring different aspects of perfumery — from scent culture and innovation to fragrance creation and international olfactory excellence. — Advertorial, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

Tina Müller And Douglas​ Tina Müller took over as CEO of the German perfumery chain Douglas in November 2017, at a moment when e-commerce was reshaping the entire industry. — Ramin Seyed, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026

The executive, who joined in January 2024, spent three years at perfumery DSM-Firmenich prior to Audemars Piguet. — Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2026

Friend and owner of Phoebe Peacock, a boutique gift shop and perfumery, Jennifer Hardaway, encouraged Cassaday and Jacob to reopen near her on Magnolia Avenue. — Yvonne Villaseñor, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined at sense 1b

Kids Definition

perfumery

noun

per·​fum·​ery pə(r)-ˈfyüm-(ə-)rē 

plural perfumeries

1

: the art or process of making perfume

2

: a place where perfumes are made