CASSOLETTE

Etymology

Noun

cassolette (countable and uncountable, plural cassolettes)

(countable) A box or vase with a perforated cover to emit perfumes.

The natural scent of a woman.

Source: Wiktionary


Cas`so*lette", n. Etym: [F.]

Definition: a box, or vase with a perforated cover to emit perfumes.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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