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reek Definition and Meaning in English (reek definition)

verb
Synonyms:stinksmellstench
Quick Answer • Definition

Reek definition: To emit a strong, unpleasant smell.

Definitions of Reek

  1. 1verb(informal)

    To emit a strong, unpleasant smell.

  2. 2noun(informal)

    A powerful and offensive odor.

Example Sentences

“The old socks reeked of sweat.”

“There was a reek of stale beer in the pub.”

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularreeks
past tensereeked
past participlereeked
present participlereeking

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

reek of desperationexpression

To show clear signs of being desperate or in a hopeless situation.

reek of alcoholcollocation

To smell strongly of alcohol.

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'Reek' translates to 'reek' in English. Reek definition: To emit a strong, unpleasant smell.
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