Unpleasant smell Crossword Clue

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MALODOR

(7 letters)

STENCH

(6 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. any property detected by the olfactory system
2. the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

UNPLEASANT (adjective)
1. offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness
SMELL (noun)
1. any property detected by the olfactory system
2. the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
SMELL (verb)
1. have an element suggestive (of something)
2. become aware of not through the senses but instinctively

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

Malodor
(7 letters)
STENCH
(6 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
DOOR

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