Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foul-smell
noun
/faʊl smɛl/
Definition
An unpleasant or offensive odor that is often strong and repulsive.
Examples
- The garbage had a foul-smell that lingered in the room.
- After the rain, the foul-smell from the stagnant water became noticeable.
- He wrinkled his nose at the foul-smell coming from the nearby factory.
Meaning
Foul-smell refers to any scent that is disagreeable and makes the air feel unpleasant.
Synonyms
- stink
- odor
- reek
- smell
- stench
