scent meaning and definition

SCENT noun

Definition of scent (noun)

1. a distinctive odor that is pleasant
   • synonyms: aroma, fragrance, perfume
2. an odor left in passing by which a person or animal can be traced
3. any property detected by the olfactory system
   • synonyms: aroma, odor, odour, olfactory property, smell

SCENT verb

Definition of scent (verb)

1. cause to smell or be smelly
   • synonyms: odorize, odourise
   • antonym: deodorise
2. catch the scent of; get wind of
   • "The dog nosed out the drugs"
   • synonyms: nose, wind
3. apply perfume to
   • "She perfumes herself every day"
   • synonyms: perfume