The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word PERFUMED
I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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What does PERFUMED mean?
PERFUMED verb- To apply perfume to; to fill or impregnate with a perfume; to scent.
- Scented, having been given a pleasant smell.