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foul-smelling

adjective

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Meaning

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having a very unpleasant and offensive odor

Example Sentence

The foul-smelling trash had to be taken to the curb immediately.

Usage Note

Use "foul-smelling" to describe anything with a strong, nasty odor, from food gone bad to polluted water.