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OLFACTORY MODALITY Synonyms

There are 12 synonyms of the phrase olfactory modality. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the phrase olfactory modality. (close relations)
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smell
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

• any property detected by the olfactory system

• the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people

• the faculty that enables us to distinguish scents

• the act of perceiving the odor of something

verb

• inhale the odor of; perceive by the olfactory sense

• emit an odor

• smell bad

• have an element suggestive (of something)

• become aware of not through the senses but instinctively

aroma
nounn
noun

• any property detected by the olfactory system

• a distinctive odor that is pleasant

bouquet
nounn
noun

• an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present

• a pleasingly sweet olfactory property

essence
nounn
noun

• the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

• any substance possessing to a high degree the predominant properties of a plant or drug or other natural product from which it is extracted

• the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work

• a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor

fragrance
nounn
noun

• a distinctive odor that is pleasant

• a pleasingly sweet olfactory property

nose
verb, nounv, n
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

odor
nounn
noun

• any property detected by the olfactory system

• the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

perfume
nounn
noun

• a distinctive odor that is pleasant

• a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor

verb

• fill or impregnate with an odor

• apply perfume to

scent
nounn
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

whiff
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a short light gust of air

• a lefteye flounder found in coastal waters from New England to Brazil

• a strikeout resulting from the batter swinging at and missing the ball for the third strike

verb

• perceive by inhaling through the nose

• drive or carry as if by a puff of air

• strike out by swinging and missing the pitch charged as the third

• smoke and exhale strongly

• utter with a puff of air

olfaction
nounn
noun

• the faculty that enables us to distinguish scents

sense of smell
nounn
noun

• the faculty that enables us to distinguish scents

Best Hypernyms For OLFACTORY MODALITY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for olfactory modality, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (2)
exteroception modality
Phrases (2)
sense modalitysensory system

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