enfleurage

/ɑ̃flœʁaʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A method of extracting delicate fragrances from flowers by placing them between layers of fat, typically animal fat.

“The perfumer used enfleurage to extract the fragrance from the jasmine flowers.”

Synonyms

  • infusion
  • maceration

Antonyms

  • distillation