scent
/sˈɛnt/
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Definitions
Noun
a distinctive odor that is pleasant
Noun
an odor left in passing by which a person or animal can be traced
Noun
any property detected by the olfactory system
Verb
cause to smell or be smelly
Verb
catch the scent of; get wind of; "The dog nosed out the drugs"
Verb
apply perfume to; "She perfumes herself every day"
Synonyms
More General Terms
cause to be perceived
groom
neaten
odor
odour
olfactory perception
olfactory sensation
property
smell