Reek has 8 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Verb
Noun
1
a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant
2
A strong unpleasant smell.
Verb
1
have an element suggestive (of something)
"his speeches smacked of racism"
"this passage smells of plagiarism"
2
smell badly and offensively
"The building reeks of smoke"
3
be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face
4
give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.
"Marshes reeking in the sun"
5
To have or give off a strong, unpleasant smell.
Example Sentences
"his speeches smacked of racism"
verb
"this passage smells of plagiarism"
verb
"The building reeks of smoke"
verb
"Marshes reeking in the sun"
verb
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