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smelly
[ smel-ee ]
/ ˈsmɛl i /
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adjective, smell·i·er, smell·i·est.
emitting a strong or unpleasant odor; reeking.
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smell·i·ness, nounWords nearby smelly
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smelly
/ (ˈsmɛlɪ) /
adjective smellier or smelliest
having a strong or nasty smell
Derived forms of smelly
smelliness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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