noun

scent

scent, smell, fragrance, perfume

The scent of fresh bread filled the air.

The scent of fresh bread filled the air.

She wears a lovely floral scent.

She wears a lovely floral scent.

The dog lost the scent of the rabbit.

The dog lost the scent of the rabbit.

the ((scent)) of (sth.). I love the scent of rain.

to wear a ((scent)). What scent are you wearing?

Synonyms: aroma, fragrance, odor, smell; Antonyms: stench, stink

From Old French 'sentir' meaning 'to feel, smell'.

Think of 'send'-ing a message with a smell. A flower 'sends' its 'scent' to attract bees.

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