scented

scented
adjective
1. having the sense of smell (Freq. 2)
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keen-scented hounds

Ant: ↑scentless
2. filled or impregnated with perfume (Freq. 1)
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perfumed boudoir

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perfumed stationery

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scented soap

Syn: ↑perfumed
Similar to: ↑fragrant
3. having a natural fragrance (Freq. 1)
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odoriferous spices

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the odorous air of the orchard

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the perfumed air of June

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scented flowers

Similar to: ↑fragrant
Derivationally related forms: ↑sweetness (for: ↑sweet)
4. (used in combination) having the odor of
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clean-scented laundry

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a manure-scented barnyard

Similar to: ↑odorous
Usage Domain: ↑combining form

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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