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Definition of Olfactory sensation
1. Noun. The sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form. "She loved the smell of roses"
Exact synonyms: Odor, Odour, Olfactory Perception, Smell
Generic synonyms: Aesthesis, Esthesis, Sensation, Sense Datum, Sense Experience, Sense Impression
Specialized synonyms: Scent, Aroma, Fragrance, Perfume, Scent, Fetor, Foetor, Malodor, Malodour, Mephitis, Reek, Stench, Stink, Acridity
Derivative terms: Odorize, Odourise, Smell, Smell, Smell
Generic synonyms: Aesthesis, Esthesis, Sensation, Sense Datum, Sense Experience, Sense Impression
Specialized synonyms: Scent, Aroma, Fragrance, Perfume, Scent, Fetor, Foetor, Malodor, Malodour, Mephitis, Reek, Stench, Stink, Acridity
Derivative terms: Odorize, Odourise, Smell, Smell, Smell