1
: a perfumed liquid composed of alcohol and fragrant oils
2
: a cream or paste of cologne sometimes formed into a semisolid stick
Examples of cologne in a Sentence
She put on some cologne and combed her hair.
a TV commercial for men's cologne
TV commercials for men's colognes.
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Literary Hub,
26 June 2026
Keep scrolling for the most interesting new colognes 2026 has to offer.
—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
Following a Father's Day often marked by predictable gifts like slippers or cologne, this piece offers dads 10 innovative ways to treat themselves by upgrading their home environments.
—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The Most Wanted Parfum is a best-selling cologne for men with notes of vanilla bourbon, ginger, and woods.
—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
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“Cologne.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cologne. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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cologne
noun
co·logne
kə-ˈlōn 
: a liquid similar to perfume but not as strongly scented or as long-lasting
Etymology
named for Cologne, city in Germany where it was first made
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