odorously
|o-dor-ous-ly|
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/ˈoʊdərəsli/
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/ˈəʊdərəsli/
(odorous)
emitting a smell
Etymology
Etymology Information
'odorous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'odorosus,' where 'odor' meant 'smell.'
Historical Evolution
'odorosus' transformed into the Old French word 'odorous,' and eventually became the modern English word 'odorous.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a smell,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that emits a smell, often a strong or distinctive one.
The flowers bloomed odorously in the garden.
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Last updated: 2025/03/12 00:19