What does smelling mean?
Smelling means present participle and gerund of smell.
Smelling
/ˈsmɛlɪŋ/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of smell.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of smell
- Used in adjectival compounds.
- The act by which something is smelled.
Example Sentences
foul-smelling (having a foul smell)
sweet-smelling (having a sweet smell)
To such perceivings we give names like these: seeings, hearings, smellings, chillings and burnings, pleasures and pains, desires […]
Synonyms for smelling
Antonyms for smelling
Related Words
Word Forms
- smellings
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for smelling?
Common synonyms include redolent, smell.
What is the opposite of smelling?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use smelling in a sentence?
foul-smelling (having a foul smell)
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