Odor: meaning, definitions and examples

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odor

[ ˈoʊ.dər ]

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smell

A distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one.

Synonyms

aroma, scent, smell

Examples of usage

The odor of rotten eggs filled the room.
She wrinkled her nose at the foul odor coming from the trash can.

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perfume

A pleasant smell.

Synonyms

fragrance, perfume, scent

Examples of usage

She sprayed on some floral-scented odor before going out.
The fresh odor of pine filled the air in the forest.

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smell

To give off a smell.

Synonyms

reek, scent, smell

Examples of usage

The flowers odor beautifully in the garden.
The bakery odor deliciously of freshly baked bread.

Translations

Translations of the word "odor" in other languages:

🇵🇹 odor

🇮🇳 गंध

🇩🇪 Geruch

🇮🇩 bau

🇺🇦 запах

🇵🇱 zapach

🇯🇵 匂い (におい)

🇫🇷 odeur

🇪🇸 olor

🇹🇷 koku

🇰🇷 냄새

🇸🇦 رائحة

🇨🇿 vůně

🇸🇰 vôňa

🇨🇳 气味 (qìwèi)

🇸🇮 vonj

🇮🇸 lykt

🇰🇿 иіс

🇬🇪 სუნი

🇦🇿 qoxu

🇲🇽 olor

Word origin

The word 'odor' originated from the Latin word 'odor' meaning smell. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The sense of smell plays a crucial role in how humans perceive the world around them, making words like 'odor' essential in describing different scents and fragrances.