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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