parma violet

Par·ma vi·o·let

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pahr-muh vahy-uh-lit]
- /ˈpɑr mə ˈvaɪ ə lɪt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pahr-muh vahy-uh-lit]
- /ˈpɑr mə ˈvaɪ ə lɪt/

Definitions of parma violet words

noun parma violet a variety of the sweet violet, Viola odorata, that is the source of an essential oil used in perfumery. 1
noun parma violet a sweet-smelling violet cultivated for its pale purple and fragrant flowers (Viola alba) 0

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Origin of parma violet

First appearance:

before 1855

One of the 30% newest English words

1855-60; after Parma, Italy

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Parts of speech for Parma violet

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parma violet popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 67% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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