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Odor

noun

An odor is a smell.

4 letters 2 syllables

What does Odor mean?

An odor is a smell.

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Dictionary definition

A smell, especially one that is noticeable.

Example sentences

Odor in a sentence

easy

The odor of fresh bread filled the room.

medium

A strong odor came from the wet socks.

hard

Scientists may describe an odor when recording observations about a substance.

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Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does odor mean?

Practice 2

Which sentence uses odor correctly?

Practice 3

Which word is a helpful opposite or contrast for odor?

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Odor

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Sounds like

oh · der · strongest beat: oh

Synonyms

Words like Odor

smellUse for something noticed by the nose.
scentUse for a smell, often a pleasant one.
Antonyms

Opposite words

odorlessUse when something has no smell.
freshnessUse as a contrast when no unpleasant smell is present.
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Word family

Odor word family

Base word

odor

adjective

odorous

Having a noticeable smell.

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