| Word | brilliantine |
|---|---|
| Definition | n. (dated) A scented oil used on men's hair to make it glossy. |
| Sentence | The smell of brilliantine on [Vronsky's] moustache seemed especially enjoyable to him in the fresh air. |
| Source | Anna Karenina, III.XXII, p.313 |
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