Pomander: meaning, definitions and examples

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pomander

 

[ หˆpษ’m.ษ™n.dษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fragrance item

A pomander is a ball made of fragrant substances such as spices, herbs, and other aromatic materials. Historically, pomanders were used to mask unpleasant odors and were often worn around the neck or placed in rooms to scent the air. They were particularly popular during the Renaissance and are often associated with the well-to-do and fashionable of that era. The term 'pomander' is derived from the French 'pomme d'ambre', meaning 'apple of amber', referring to the shape and materials used in making these fragrant balls.

Synonyms

aromatic sphere, fragrance pouch, scent ball

Examples of usage

  • She wore a pomander around her neck during the festival.
  • The room was filled with the sweet scent of a citrus pomander.
  • They placed a pomander in each corner of the room for a pleasant aroma.

Translations

Translations of the word "pomander" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pomander

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ‰เคฎเค‚เคกเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pomander

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pomander

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะผะฐะฝะดะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pomander

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒžใƒณใƒ€ใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pomander

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pomander

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pomander

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ๋งจ๋”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆู…ู†ุฏุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pomander

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pomander

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฆ™็ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pomander

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pomander

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะพะผะฐะฝะดะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ›แƒแƒœแƒ“แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pomander

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pomander

Etymology

The word 'pomander' has its roots in Middle French, combining 'pomme', meaning 'apple', and 'ambre', meaning 'amber', indicating a fragrant item shaped somewhat like a fruit. The usage of pomanders dates back to medieval times when they became popular with the noble classes in Europe as a means of protecting against plague and other illnesses believed to be spread through bad air or miasma. The concept of carrying or using sweet-smelling items to ward off unpleasant odors and diseases eventually evolved into the decorative and aromatic pomanders we know today. As society progressed into the Renaissance, the creation and use of pomanders became more elaborate, incorporating intricate designs, jewelry-like appearances, and the use of various scented materials. Today's pomanders are often made from citrus fruits pierced with cloves, serving both aesthetic and aromatic purposes.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,850, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.