sense of smell

• Capacité de percevoir les odeurs ou les arômes par le nez ; l'un des cinq sens traditionnels, également appelé olfaction.

The ability to perceive odors or scents through the nose; one of the five traditional senses, also known as olfaction.

1. Ability to detect odorsA2formal

   The physiological ability of a living being to perceive and identify scents or odors through the nose.

   odorat

   • Dogs have a much stronger sense of smell than humans.
   • Her sense of smell was temporarily lost due to a cold.
   • The chef relies heavily on his sense of smell to season dishes.

2. Figurative intuitionB2informal

   An intuitive ability to detect or sense something, often used metaphorically.

   flair

   • He has a good sense of smell for business opportunities.
   • She has a sense of smell for trouble before it happens.
   • His sense of smell for gossip is uncanny.