eau (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: oʊ
Definition
A type of light perfume, often with a lower concentration of fragrance oils than eau de parfum, used for a subtle scent.
Examples
She spritzed a little eau de cologne on her wrists before heading out.
This floral eau de toilette is perfect for summer wear.
How to Use eau
- eau de toilette (collocation)
- A type of light perfume. — "She wore a delicate eau de toilette that smelled of roses."
- eau de parfum (collocation)
- A type of perfume with a higher concentration of fragrance oils. — "He gifted her a bottle of her favorite eau de parfum for their anniversary."
- eau de cologne (collocation)
- A lighter type of perfume, often citrus-scented. — "A splash of eau de cologne is refreshing on a hot day."
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