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reek
(r/i/k )

noun (n)

  • a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant(noun.cognition)
    Synonym:
    fetor, foetor, malodor, malodour, mephitis, stench, stink
    source: wordnet30
  • A rick.(noun)
    source: webster1913
  • Vapor; steam; smoke; fume.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • have an element suggestive (of something)(verb.perception)
    Synonym:
    smack, smell
    source: wordnet30
  • smell badly and offensively(verb.perception)
    Example:
    The building reeks of smoke.
    Synonym:
    stink
    source: wordnet30
  • be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face(verb.body)
    Synonym:
    fume
    source: wordnet30
  • give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.(verb.weather)
    Example:
    Marshes reeking in the sun.
    source: wordnet30
  • To emit vapor, usually that which is warm and moist; to be full of fumes; to steam; to smoke; to exhale.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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