bergamot

1. (countable, uncountable)A tree of the orange family (Citrus × limon, syn. Citrus bergamia), having a roundish or pear-shaped fruit, from the rind of which an essential oil of delicious odor is extracted, much prized as a perfume.

   small tree with pear-shaped fruit whose oil is used in perfumery; Italy

2. (countable, uncountable)The fruit from the bergamot tree.

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3. (countable, uncountable)The essence or perfume made from the fruit.

4. (countable, uncountable)A variety of snuff perfumed with bergamot.

5. Either of two plants of the mint family noted for their bergamot-like scent:

   (countable, uncountable)Mentha × piperita, nothosubspecies citrata, more commonly known as bergamot mint

6. (countable, uncountable)Monarda didyma, also known as American bergamot or bee balm.

7. (countable, uncountable)A variety of pear.

8. (uncountable, usually)A coarse tapestry, manufactured from flock of cotton or hemp, mixed with ox's or goat's hair.

1. Bergamot oil may be tested as to its purity by mixing it with alcohol.

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2. My favorite drink at that little vegan restaurant is a lemonade with lemon and bergamot.

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