aromatising
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/əˈroʊmətaɪz/
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/əˈrɒmətaɪz/
(aromatise)
add a pleasant smell
Etymology
'aromatise' originates from Late Latin and French, specifically the Late Latin/Medieval Latin word 'aromatizare' and Old French 'aromatiser', where the root 'aroma' (from Greek) meant 'spice' or 'sweet smell'.
'aromatise' changed from the Late Latin/Medieval Latin 'aromatizare' into Old French 'aromatiser' and eventually entered English as 'aromatise' (with later parallel US spelling 'aromatize').
Initially, it meant 'to add a spice or sweet smell'; over time it evolved into the modern sense 'to make fragrant; to impart aroma or flavor'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of aromatising; the addition of aroma or flavor (gerund/nominal use of the present participle)
Aromatising of the tea is common in many cultures to enhance taste.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'aromatise'; performing the action of imparting a pleasant smell or flavor to something
Aromatising the candles with essential oil made the room smell inviting.
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Last updated: 2025/10/17 23:16