pachouli

• Substantivo que designa um pequeno arbusto aromático da Ásia tropical, da família das mentas, cujo óleo essencial é usado em perfumaria, ou o perfume pesado feito a partir dessa planta.

A noun referring to a small East Indian shrubby mint, the fragrant oil from its leaves used in perfumes, or a heavy perfume made from this plant.

1. Aromatic plantB2formal

   A small, bushy herb native to East India, belonging to the mint family, whose leaves are used to produce a fragrant essential oil.

   patchouli

   • The patchouli plant thrives in the tropical climate of Southeast Asia.
   • Patchouli leaves are harvested and dried before the oil is extracted.
   • The farmer cultivated a small patch of patchouli in his garden.

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2. Perfume ingredientB2informal

   A strong, earthy, and musky perfume or essential oil derived from the leaves of the patchouli plant, commonly used in fragrances and aromatherapy.

   Ingrediente de perfume

   • She wore a distinctive perfume with notes of patchouli and sandalwood.
   • The incense had a rich patchouli scent that filled the room.
   • Many natural soaps are made with patchouli oil for its calming aroma.