Rancidness: alternatives and connections

The quality or principle of plants or other substances which constitutes their fragrance; agreeable odor; as, the aroma of coffee.

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Any smell, whether fragrant or offensive; scent; perfume.

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the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form; "she loved the smell of roses"

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To perceive by the olfactory organs; to smell; as, to scent game, as a hound does.

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To perceive by the olfactory nerves, or organs of smell; to have a sensation of, excited through the nasal organs when affected by the appropriate ma…

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Having a rank smell or taste, from chemical change or decomposition; musty; as, rancid oil or butter.

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Having a rank smell or taste, from chemical change or decomposition; musty; as, rancid oil or butter.

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Having an acid or sharp, biting taste, like vinegar, and the juices of most unripe fruits; acid; tart.

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Having an acid or sharp, biting taste, like vinegar, and the juices of most unripe fruits; acid; tart.

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