Definition of "bergamot" in Englisch

noun

1. 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.

2. The fruit from the bergamot tree.

3. The essence or perfume made from the fruit.

4. A variety of snuff perfumed with bergamot.

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

6. A variety of pear.

noun

1. A coarse tapestry, manufactured from flock of cotton or hemp, mixed with ox's or goat's hair.