chypre
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Having a scent with citrus top and a mossy woody base
- adjective
- /ˈʃɪprə/
- Specialized
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chypre
- Many classic perfumes are described as chypre because of their mossy, woody undertones.
Examples
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The new cologne has a distinctly chypre character, making it stand out from sweeter scents.
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Many classic perfumes are described as chypre because of their mossy, woody undertones.
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She preferred a chypre fragrance for its elegant blend of citrus and earthy notes.
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This is a lovely chypre!
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The chypre scent is refreshing.
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She preferred a chypre fragrance for its elegant blend of citrus and earthy notes.
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The new cologne has a distinctly chypre character, making it stand out from sweeter scents.
Surface Forms
chypre positive
Etymology
The adjective chypre also comes from the French name Chypre ('Cyprus'), where this style of scent was first popular. So calling a scent chypre means it belongs to that perfume family, with citrus at the top and warm, mossy woods underneath.