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Meaning of pomander walk

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pomander

Pronunciation:/pəˈmæn.də//poʊˈmæn.dɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A mixture of aromatic substances, made into a ball and carried by a person to impart a sweet smell or as a protection against infection.

  2. A small case in which an aromatic ball was carried.

  3. A perforated container filled with pot-pourri for placing in a drawer, wardrobe, room, etc., to provide a sweet smell.

  4. An apple or orange studded with cloves used for the same purpose.