scent applies to the characteristic smell given off by a substance, an animal, or a plant.

SCENT meaning: 1 : a pleasant smell that is produced by something; 2 : a smell that is left by an animal or person and that can be sensed and followed by some animals (such as dogs) often used figuratively

SCENT definition: 1. a pleasant natural smell: 2. a smell produced by an animal that acts as a signal to other…. Learn more.

Define scent. scent synonyms, scent pronunciation, scent translation, English dictionary definition of scent. n. 1. A distinctive, often agreeable odor. See Synonyms at fragrance, smell. 2. A perfume: an …

Definition of scent noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Odor "Smell", from Allegory of the Senses by Jan Brueghel the Elder, Museo del Prado An odor (American English) or odour (Commonwealth English; see spelling differences) is a smell or a scent …

A scent is a smell. Every house has a particular scent that is recognizable to people as belonging to that house.

The scent of something is the pleasant smell that it has. Flowers are chosen for their scent as well as their look.

SCENT definition: a distinctive odor, especially when agreeable. See examples of scent used in a sentence.

SCENT meaning: 1. a pleasant natural smell: 2. a smell produced by an animal that acts as a signal to other…. Learn more.