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redolence
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red·o·lence

noun \ˈre-də-lən(t)s\

Definition of REDOLENCE

1
: an often pungent or agreeable odor
2
: the quality or state of being redolent
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Examples of REDOLENCE

  1. <breathed in the redolence of the apple orchard>
  2. <the redolence of fir trees always reminds me of Christmas>

First Known Use of REDOLENCE

15th century

Related to REDOLENCE

Synonyms
aroma, attar (also otto), balm, bouquet, fragrancy, incense, perfume, fragrance, scent, spice
Antonyms
fetor, malodor, reek, stench, stink
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