Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
petrichor
noun
/ˈpɛtrɪkɔː/
Definition
The pleasant, earthy smell that occurs after rain falls on dry soil.
Examples
- The petrichor after the summer rain was refreshing and nostalgic.
- She loved the smell of petrichor that filled the air as the storm approached.
Meaning
Petrichor is the name given to the distinct scent produced when rain falls on soil that has been dry for a long period.
Synonyms
- Earthy scent
- Fresh rain smell
- Drama of the elements
