OLFACTING Synonyms
There is 0 hypernym of the word olfacting. (close relations)
Definition of OLFACTING
Best Alternative Words for OLFACTING
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| smelling | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
noun • the act of perceiving the odor of something adjective satellite • (used with `of' or `with') noticeably odorous | ||||||||
| inhaling | verbv | |||||||
verb • draw deep into the lungs in by breathing • draw in (air) | ||||||||
| nosing | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals • a front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft) • the front or forward projection of a tool or weapon • a small distance • a symbol of inquisitiveness • the sense of smell (especially in animals) • a natural skill • a projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged verb • search or inquire in a meddlesome way • advance the forward part of with caution • catch the scent of; get wind of • push or move with the nose • rub noses • defeat by a narrow margin | ||||||||
| scenting | verbv | |||||||
noun • a distinctive odor that is pleasant • an odor left in passing by which a person or animal can be traced • any property detected by the olfactory system verb • cause to smell or be smelly • catch the scent of; get wind of • apply perfume to | ||||||||
| sniffing | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • sensing an odor by inhaling through the nose verb • perceive by inhaling through the nose • inhale audibly through the nose | ||||||||
