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Odour Definition & Meaning

odour
noun
  1. the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form; "she loved the smell of roses"
  2. any property detected by the olfactory system

"Odour" in song lyrics

See how odour is used in real songs:

  • "Yonder yo the, money folder with that funky odour"
    Army of the Pharaohs — King Among Kings
  • "Pouring rain you can still smell the blood odour"
    Cage — The Soundtrack..
  • "Why don't you just follow my foot odour?"
    Muph & Plutonic — Ain't All Over

Usage tips for "odour"

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Frequently asked questions

What does odour mean?
the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form; "she loved the smell of roses" any property detected by the olfactory system
What part of speech is odour?
Odour is a noun.
How many definitions does odour have?
Odour has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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