Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fetor

noun
/ˈfiːtər/
Definition
a foul or unpleasant odor, particularly one that is strong and distinctive.
Examples
  • The fetor of rotten eggs filled the room after the gas leak.
  • He was repulsed by the fetor coming from the abandoned building.
Meaning
Fetor refers to a strong, often disgusting smell that can emanate from various sources, particularly associated with decaying organic matter or certain medical conditions.
Synonyms
  • stench
  • smell
  • reek
  • odour
  • miasma