reek

²reek

verb

Definition of REEK

intransitive verb

1

: to emit smoke or vapor

2

a : to give off or become permeated with a strong or offensive odor <a room reeking of incense> b : to give a strong impression of some constituent quality or feature <a neighborhood that reeks of poverty>

3

: emanate

transitive verb

1

: to subject to the action of smoke or vapor

2

: exude, give off <a politician who reeks charm>

— reek·er noun

— reeky \ˈrē-kē\ adjective

Examples of REEK

1. <those old sneakers reek something awful>

First Known Use of REEK

before 12th century

Related to REEK

Synonyms: stink

Related Words: exhale, savor (also savour), smell; decay, decompose, rot, spoil; disgust, offend, repulse, revolt

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