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    Odeur (en. Smell)

    o-dœʁ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An olfactory impression or fragrance that emanates from an object or substance.
    The smell of the flowers fills the garden.
    L'odeur des fleurs embaume le jardin.
    A quality or characteristic of a substance that can be perceived by smell.
    The smell of the reheated food was very appetizing.
    L'odeur de la nourriture réchauffée était très appétissante.
    Sensation caused by odorous substances, often associated with something unpleasant.
    There was a foul odor in the room.
    Il y avait une odeur nauséabonde dans la pièce.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'odor', meaning 'perfume, odor'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have an odor
    To be characterized by a fragrance or scent.
    avoir une odeur
    burnt smell
    Olfactory sensation of an object that has burned.
    odeur de brûlé
    to have a bad odor
    To be perceived as unpleasant due to its scent.
    avoir une mauvaise odeur

    Related Words

    olfactory
    Related to the sense of smell.
    olfactif
    perfume
    Mixture of fragrant substances to create a fragrance.
    parfum

    Slang Meanings

    Unpleasant smell, often associated with an uncomfortable situation.
    This party had a smell of bad vibes.
    Cette fête avait une odeur de mauvaise ambiance.
    Intense odor that leaves a strong impression.
    There was a smell of weed floating in the air.
    Il y avait une odeur de weed qui flottait dans l'air.