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attar

 

[ ˈætər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fragrance oil

Attar is a concentrated perfume oil derived from botanical sources, often flowers, herbs, and spices. It has been used for centuries in various cultures for its aromatic properties. Attar is typically alcohol-free and is known for its long-lasting scent.

Synonyms

fragrance, perfume, scent

Examples of usage

  • She applied attar on her wrists.
  • The market was filled with the aroma of various attars.
  • Many people prefer attar to synthetic perfumes.
  • He gifted her a bottle of rose attar from his travels.

Translations

Translations of the word "attar" in other languages:

🇵🇹 attar

🇮🇳 अत्तर

🇩🇪 Attar

🇮🇩 attar

🇺🇦 аттар

🇵🇱 attar

🇯🇵 アッター

🇫🇷 attar

🇪🇸 attar

🇹🇷 attar

🇰🇷 아타르

🇸🇦 عطر

🇨🇿 attar

🇸🇰 attar

🇨🇳 香水

🇸🇮 attar

🇮🇸 attar

🇰🇿 аттар

🇬🇪 ატტარ

🇦🇿 attar

🇲🇽 attar

Etymology

The term 'attar' originates from the Arabic word 'attar' (عطر), which refers to a perfume or fragrant substance, specifically those derived from plants. Its use can be traced back to ancient civilizations in the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent, where it was crafted from natural materials such as flowers, herbs, and spices. The art of making attar has a rich history that spans thousands of years, with references found in early texts of medicine and perfumery. Notably, the production of attar doesn't involve alcohol, making it a preferred choice for many who seek pure and natural fragrances. Over time, attar spread across different cultures, each adding their own unique ingredients and techniques, further amplifying its rich heritage in scent-making.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,126, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.