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Rarepomander
The correct spelling is pomander.
How to pronounce pomander
/pəˈmæn.də/
nounIPA: /pəˈmæn.də/
Say it like: Pom-and-er
The correct spelling is pomander. 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.
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Definition
noun
- 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.
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