Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foetor
noun
/ˈfiːtə/
Definition
A strong, foul smell, typically referring to a noxious odor or stench.
Examples
- The foetor of the garbage was unbearable.
- He noticed a foetor coming from the patient’s wound, indicating infection.
- The foetor of the fish market lingered in the air.
Meaning
Foetor is often used to describe unpleasant odors, particularly those related to decaying organic matter or certain medical conditions.
Synonyms
- stench
- odour
- reek
- fume
- miasma
