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Vocabulary Entry
olfactory
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to the sense of smell.
Example Sentences
"The olfactory system is crucial for detecting scents."
"She has an exceptional olfactory ability to distinguish between different perfumes."
"Olfactory receptors in the nose play a key role in identifying odors."
N
noun
The physiological mechanism or system responsible for the sense of smell.
Example Sentences
"The olfactory is essential for tasting food."
"Damage to the olfactory can impair a person's ability to smell."
"Researchers are studying the olfactory to better understand how smells affect emotions."