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olfactory

/ɒlˈfæk.təɹ.ɪ/ /oʊlˈfæk.təɹ.i/

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noun

An olfactory organ.

Examples :

"The dog's olfactory is incredibly sensitive, allowing it to detect scents humans cannot. "

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noun

(chiefly in the plural) The sense of smell.

Examples :

"Olfactory cues, like the scent of baking bread, can trigger powerful memories. "

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adjective

Concerning the sense of smell.

Examples :

"The bakery's olfactory delights, like freshly baked bread and cinnamon rolls, always draw me in. "

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