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Meaning of enfleurage

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

enfleurage

Pronunciation:/ˌɑ̃.fluˈɹɑʒ//ˌɑ̃.fluˈɹɑʒ/

noun

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  1. The process of extracting fragrance (essential oils) from flowers by using unscented wax or fat, then extracting with alcohol.

    Example: The perfumes of plants like jasmine could only be extracted by enfleurage, as other methods of the time would denature the scents.