Definition of scent
1
:effluvia from a substance that affect the sense of smell: such as
a
:an odor left by an animal on a surface passed over
b
:a characteristic or particular odor;
especially
:one that is agreeable
2 a
:power of smelling :sense of smell
- a keen scent
b
:power of detection :nose
- a scent for heresy
3
:a course of pursuit or discovery
- throw one off the scent
4
:inkling, intimation
- a scent of trouble
5
:perfume 2
6
:bits of paper dropped in the game of hare and hounds
7
:a mixture prepared for use as a lure in hunting or fishing
