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, 7 Dec. 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 21 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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