pachouli

• 广藿香，一种产于东印度的薄荷科小灌木，其叶可提取芳香精油；也指用这种精油制成的浓重香水。

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.

   广藿香

   • 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.

   同义词patchoulipatchouly

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.

   香水成分

   • 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.