Burgamot

/ˈbɜːrɡəmɒt/ noun

Definition

An aromatic citrus fruit or the fragrant oil extracted from it, used in perfumery and flavoring.

Etymology

From Turkish burma-muz (bergamot pear), influenced by Italian bergamotto, named from Bergamo, Italy where the fruit was processed and exported.

Kelly Says

Earl Grey tea's distinctive flavor comes from bergamot oil, which also revolutionized perfumery in the 1600s by providing a bright, lasting citrus note.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.