Attar
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæt.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Attar is a noun meaning An essential oil extracted from flowers.
Meaning
An essential oil extracted from flowers.
More Meanings
- A perfume made from this oil.
Example Sentences
Now, when orange-flowers are distilled with water, we procure the otto of the blossom, which is known commercially as oil of neroli.
I bequeath to you my literary work. Useless though these might be commercially, they are the attar-drops distilled from the long and futile ebullience of my life.
Word Forms
- attars
Synonyms for attar
Depending on context, synonyms include ottar, atar.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include atar, ottar, fragrance, essence, taget, aromaphyte.
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