Sachet
Small cloth scented bag filled with herbs
Although its most usual definition is that listed under "packet" (see link above), a sachet (/ˈsæʃeɪ/ sash-ay) can also mean a small scented cloth bag filled with herbs, potpourri, or aromatic ingredients; or a small porous bag or packet containing a material intended to interact with its atmosphere; for example, desiccants are usually packed in sachets which are then placed in larger packages. Cotton, linen or organza are used to create the bag.
01Cultural history
During the Chinese Warring States period a scented sachet (xiangbao) was an ornament worn on the body and used to absorb sweat, repel insects and ward off evils. In medieval Europe the sachet was known as a "plague-bag".
In various Indian cuisines, a "potli bag" is used to contain whole spices, so that they may be easily separated from the food after cooking. They are also used as fashion ornaments unto themselves.
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- Tan Plaid Lavender Sachets.jpg by Flickr:Le Petit Poulailler, CC BY 2.0
- Sachets déshydratants sodepac.JPG by Gscrive, Public domain
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