sachet

noun

sa·​chet sa-ˈshā How to pronounce sachet (audio)
1
: a small bag or packet
2
: a small bag containing a perfumed powder or potpourri used to scent clothes and linens
sacheted adjective

Examples of sachet in a Sentence

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Ward off pests by storing wool clothing with cedar balls or herb sachets that contain lavender, mint, rosemary, thyme, or cloves. Use a clothes steamer set on low heat to help remove wrinkles and odors from wool garments. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024 Each box contains 15 sachets (there is also a loose-leaf version), and at just 67 cents per sachet, this is definitely a great value. L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2024 The sachets also fit nicely into Rutherford’s jet-setting lifestyle between her family and work. Emma Sandler, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 According to Vida Glow, mix one sachet into 8-20 fl. oz. Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sachet 

Word History

Etymology

Middle French, from Old French, diminutive of sac bag — more at sac

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sachet was in the 15th century

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“Sachet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sachet. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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sachet

noun
sa·​chet sa-ˈshā How to pronounce sachet (audio)
: a small bag containing a perfumed powder for scenting clothes and linens

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