Freshener: meaning, definitions and examples
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freshener
[ ˈfrɛʃənər ]
air quality
A freshener is a substance or product designed to improve or enhance the smell of an environment, often by masking unpleasant odors. Fresheners are frequently used in various settings, including homes, offices, and automobiles, to create a more pleasant atmosphere.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I sprayed the air freshener in the living room.
- The car freshener is hanging from the mirror.
- She used a linen freshener to scent the sheets.
- He bought a freshener for the bathroom.
Translations
Translations of the word "freshener" in other languages:
🇵🇹 refrescante
🇮🇳 ताज़गी देने वाला
🇩🇪 Lufterfrischer
🇮🇩 penyegar
🇺🇦 освіжувач
🇵🇱 odświeżacz
🇯🇵 フレッシュナー
🇫🇷 rafraîchissant
🇪🇸 ambientador
🇹🇷 ferahlatıcı
🇰🇷 신선한
🇸🇦 معطر
🇨🇿 osvěžovač
🇸🇰 osviežovač
🇨🇳 清新剂
🇸🇮 osvežilec
🇮🇸 ferskur
🇰🇿 жаңартқыш
🇬🇪 გახეხილი
🇦🇿 təzələyici
🇲🇽 ambientador
Etymology
The term 'freshener' originates from the verb 'freshen', which means to make something fresh or more pleasant. The suffix '-er' indicates a person or thing that performs an action. 'Freshen' itself comes from the Middle English word 'freschen', derived from the Old English 'fresc', meaning fresh or invigorating. The concept of using freshening agents, such as scents and perfumes, has been prevalent for centuries, evolving from simple natural means to modern aerosol sprays and plug-ins. Air fresheners became particularly popular in the 20th century as households began to prioritize cleanliness and pleasant odors in their living environments.