Potpourri Definition & Meaning

potpourri
noun
  1. a collection containing a variety of sorts of things; "a great assortment of cars was on display"; "he had a variety of disorders"; "a veritable smorgasbord of religions"
  2. a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources
  3. a jar of mixed flower petals and spices used as perfume

"Potpourri" in song lyrics

See how potpourri is used in real songs:

  • "have your wake smellin' like Potpourri"
    E-Money Bags f/ Kool G. Rap, Nature — Friend of Ours
  • "See I stay fresh, like strawberry potpourri"
    Napoleon f/ Joe Mafia — Hungry
  • "Kid you know the steez, have your wake smellin like potpourri"
    Sway and Tech f/ Big Daddy Kane, Chino XL, Kool G. Rap — 3 to the Dome

Usage tips for "potpourri"

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