odor
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(noun) the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form; "she loved the smell of roses" |
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Synonyms: odour, olfactory perception, olfactory sensation, smell |
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Related Words: acridity, aroma, fetor, foetor, fragrance, malodor, malodour, perfume, pungency, reek, scent, sensation, sense datum, sense experience, sense impression, stench, stink |
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(noun) any property detected by the olfactory system |
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Synonyms: aroma, odour, olfactory property, scent, smell |
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Related Words: bouquet, foulness, fragrance, malodorousness, malodourousness, property, rankness, redolence, stinkiness, sweetness |
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