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olfactory perception

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  • noun the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

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hypernyms (6)

Words that are more generic or abstract

  1. aesthesis
  2. esthesis
  3. sensation
  4. sense datum
  5. sense experience
  6. sense impression

hyponyms (13)

Words more specific or concrete

  1. acridity
  2. aroma
  3. fetor
  4. foetor
  5. fragrance
  6. malodor
  7. malodour
  8. mephitis
  9. perfume
  10. reek
  11. scent
  12. stench
  13. stink

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