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STENCH

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Stench.

How to pronounce stench:

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Stench - as a noun

A distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fetorfoetormalodormalodourmephitisreekstink
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
odorodourolfactory perceptionolfactory sensationsmell
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Stench - as a verb

To cause to emit a disagreeable odour; to cause to stink.

To stanch.

Example Sentences

"The stench of rotting fish wafted through the air."
"The garbage bin emitted a foul stench."
"She wrinkled her nose at the putrid stench coming from the sewer."
"The stench of cigarette smoke lingered in the room."
"The strong stench of ammonia made her eyes water."
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Word Game Points

Is STENCH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stench is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STENCH has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is STENCH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stench is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STENCH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is STENCH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stench is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STENCH has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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