olfaction

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Noun olfaction has 1 sense

smell, sense of smell, olfaction, olfactory modality - the faculty of smell
--₁ is a kind of modality, sense modality, sensory system; exteroception
--₁ has particulars: nose

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Olfaction

Description:

Olfaction refers to the sense of smell. It is the ability to detect and perceive odors or scents through the nose. Olfaction plays a vital role in our ability to taste and identify different substances.

Sample Sentences:

The dog's olfaction is highly developed, allowing it to track scents over long distances.
She relied on her olfaction to identify the ingredients in the dish.
Loss of olfaction can greatly affect one's quality of life.
Perfumes are created using a fine blend of aromatic compounds that stimulate olfaction.

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