Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
olfaction
Noun
/ɒlˈfækʃən/
Definition
The sense of smell.
Examples
- The olfaction of certain flowers can evoke powerful memories.
- Animals often rely on olfaction to find food and detect predators.
- Research into olfaction can help us understand how smells affect our emotions.
Meaning
Olfaction refers to the physiological process of perceiving odors or scents through the olfactory system.
Synonyms
- Smell
- Scents
- Odor perception
