English dictionary
scent
nounPronunciation
sɛnt
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- any property detected by the olfactory system
noun
- an odor left in passing by which a person or animal can be traced
noun
- a distinctive odor that is pleasant
verb
- apply perfume to
verb
- catch the scent of; get wind of
verb
- cause to smell or be smelly
Example sentences
She perfumes herself every day
The dog nosed out the drugs