Meaning of top note | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The most volatile parts of a perfume which are immediately perceived upon its application.
2. The highest note that can be produced by a certain instrument or singer.
3. The best that a person can do; one's finest achievement.
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Examples

“In those days I didn't buy⟳ perfumes, and initially thought Chamade was two fragrances: I would smell⟳ the drydown on passers-by and find⟳ it wonderful, but it took me months to connect⟳ it to the nondescript floral green top note⟳.”

“"If you all want⟳ to see⟳ it through I am with you. It's dooced interestin', and no mistake⟳ about that. I've had my share⟳ of adventures in my life, and as many thrills as most folk, but I'm endin' on my top note⟳."”

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