odour

• Nom désignant une odeur ou un parfum, en particulier une perception distinctive ou notable résultant d'une stimulation du système olfactif, pouvant être agréable ou désagréable.

A noun referring to a smell or scent, especially one that is distinctive or noticeable, often resulting from chemical stimuli detected by the olfactory system.

1. Smell or scentB1formalbritish

   A distinctive smell, often one that is unpleasant or noticeable.

   Odeur (sensation olfactive)

   • The kitchen had a strange odour after cooking fish.
   • A faint odour of smoke lingered in the room.
   • The flowers gave off a sweet odour in the garden.

   Synonymesaromabouquetfragranceperfumereekscentsmellstenchstink

2. Reputation or impressionC1formalbritish

   A quality or feeling that is associated with someone or something, often negative.

   réputation, impression (souvent négative)

   • The company's actions left an odour of dishonesty.
   • His behaviour cast an odour of suspicion over the whole affair.
   • There was an odour of corruption surrounding the deal.

   Synonymesaccountesteemnameregardreputationreputestanding