odor
UK: ˈəʊdə | US: ˈoʊdər
n. a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one
n. (archaic) a lingering quality or impression (often figurative)
odor = od<smell> + or<noun suffix>
- od<smell>: From Latin odor (smell, scent), related to olere (to smell).
- or<noun suffix>: A Latin-derived suffix forming nouns denoting states or qualities.
Etymology Origin:
The word odor traces back to Latin odor, which broadly referred to any smell—pleasant or foul. Over time, English narrowed its usage to emphasize unpleasant scents, while Latin retained neutrality. The root od- also appears in odorous and deodorant (literally "remove smell"), showcasing its persistent role in smell-related vocabulary.
The odor of rotten eggs filled the kitchen.
A faint floral odor lingered in the room.
The chemical leak released a toxic odor.
(Archaic) His betrayal left an odor of distrust among the team.
The odor from the garbage bin was overwhelming.