Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
faint-scent-of
phrase
/feɪnt ˈsɛnt əv/
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Definition
A very light or barely perceptible smell.
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Examples
- As she walked through the garden, she caught a faint scent of jasmine in the air.
- There was a faint scent of coffee lingering in the kitchen after breakfast.
- He noticed a faint scent of roses as he passed by the florist.
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Meaning
The term ‘faint-scent-of’ describes a fragrance that is weak or has low intensity, often requiring closer proximity to notice it.
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Synonyms
- subtle aroma
- slight fragrance
- whiff