bergamot
bergamot
Definition
ber·ga·mot (bʉr′gə mät′)
noun
- a small evergreen tree (Citrus bergamia) of the rue family, grown in S Europe
- its pear-shaped, inedible citrus fruit
- an oil extracted from the rind of this fruit, used widely in perfumery
- any of several aromatic North American herbs (genera Monarda and Mentha) of the mint family, as horsemint or Oswego tea
Etymology: Fr bergamote < It bergamotta < Turk beg-armûdī, prince's pear (< beg, bey + armūdi, pear); form infl. by Bergamo
bergamot
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- include: This blend which is suitable for ladies or gentlemen includes Bergamot which is an excellent oil for treating over-work related problems.
Adjective modifier
- fresh: Ingredients: Top notes: Fresh bergamot and darling black pepper with hints of aromatic lavender and spicy cinnamon leaves.
Modifies a noun
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