air freshener

noun

1. an aerosol spray, liquid deodorizer, or other preparation used to remove odors and freshen the air in a room.

Word History and Origins

Origin of air freshener¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

As a new car begins to lose the fresh-off-the-lot smell, owners may be tempted to pick up an air freshener that promises to replicate the unique scent.

From Popular-Science

If the car smells like Pine-sol with a hint of bleach and air fresheners, it clearly means somebody has been doing some major work inside of there.

From Popular-Science

Wright’s family said he told them he was had been pulled over for having an air freshener dangling from his mirror, allegedly blocking his view.

From Washington Post

He said police pulled him over because an air freshener was allegedly blocking his rearview mirror — a claim Aubrey Wright questioned because the car had tinted windows.

From Washington Post

It’s found in half of supermarket goods, from instant noodles to ice cream, air fresheners to shampoos.

From Nautilus

Related Words

• cleanser
• cosmetic
• disinfectant