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Meaning of bergamot

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bergamot

Pronunciation:/ˈbɜːɡəˌmɒt//ˈbɝɡəˌmɑt/

noun

Definitions

  1. A tree of the orange family (Citrus × limon, syn. Citrus bergamia), having a roundish or pear-shaped fruit, from the rind of which an essential oil of delicious odor is extracted, much prized as a perfume.

  2. The fruit from the bergamot tree

  3. The essence or perfume made from the fruit.

  4. A variety of snuff perfumed with bergamot.

bergamot

Pronunciation:/ˈbɜːɡəˌmɒt//ˈbɝɡəˌmɑt/

noun

Definitions

  1. A coarse tapestry, manufactured from flock of cotton or hemp, mixed with ox's or goat's hair.