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
sa-ˈshād How to pronounce sachet (audio)
adjective

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Use sachets or essential oils with these smells that keep moths away. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 May 2026 Wrap the mixture in cheesecloth to form a sachet. — ABC News, 27 May 2026 Nicotine pouches are small sachets of nicotine and additives that are placed between the gum and lip. — Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026 Guests also receive a lavender sachet printed with the inn’s logo. — Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026 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

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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