Scent: meaning, definitions and examples

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smell

A distinctive smell, especially one that is pleasant.

Synonyms

aroma, fragrance, perfume

Examples of usage

The scent of fresh flowers filled the room.
She recognized the familiar scent of her mother's perfume.
The scent of freshly baked bread wafted through the air.

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perfume

A liquid substance that you put on your body in small amounts in order to smell pleasant.

Synonyms

aroma, fragrance, perfume

Examples of usage

She sprayed on some scent before going out.
He bought her a bottle of expensive scent for her birthday.

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smell

To perceive or detect by or as if by the sense of smell.

Synonyms

detect, smell, sniff

Examples of usage

I could scent the aroma of fresh coffee from the kitchen.
The dog scented the scent of its owner from afar.

Translations

Translations of the word "scent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cheiro

🇮🇳 गंध (gandh)

🇩🇪 Geruch

🇮🇩 bau

🇺🇦 запах

🇵🇱 zapach

🇯🇵 匂い (nioi)

🇫🇷 odeur

🇪🇸 olor

🇹🇷 koku

🇰🇷 냄새 (naemsae)

🇸🇦 رائحة (ra'iha)

🇨🇿 vůně

🇸🇰 vôňa

🇨🇳 气味 (qìwèi)

🇸🇮 vonj

🇮🇸 ilmur

🇰🇿 иіс

🇬🇪 სუნი (suni)

🇦🇿 qoxu

🇲🇽 olor

Word origin

The word 'scent' originated from the Old French word 'sentir', meaning 'to feel' or 'smell'. It was influenced by the Latin word 'sentire', which also means 'to feel'. Over time, 'scent' evolved to refer specifically to a pleasant or distinctive smell. The use of scents and perfumes has been a part of human culture for centuries, dating back to ancient civilizations where fragrances were used for rituals, religious ceremonies, and personal hygiene.