What does STINK mean?

Stink 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

As a noun, stink means a strong, unpleasant smell. As a verb, stink means to emit a strong, unpleasant smell.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /stɪŋk/

UK: /stɪŋk/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word stink comes from the Middle English word "stenken," which means "to emit a strong odor." It has been used in English since the 14th century. Stink is a common word used to describe a bad smell or odor. It is often used informally to describe something that is unpleasant or undesirable.

5. Synonyms:

As a noun: odor, smell, stench, reek, funk

As a verb: smell, reek, stench, emit an odor, give off a smell

6. Related Words:

Smell, skunk, slink, shrink, stilt

7. Example Sentences:
  • The stink coming from the garbage was unbearable.
  • The fish was starting to stink, so they threw it away.
  • The whole house stank of cigarette smoke.
  • He knew he had done something wrong when his boss told him his work stank.


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