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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

petrichor

/ˈpɛtrɪkɔːr/ noun · British & US
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What does petrichor mean?

noun

The distinctive smell that comes when rain falls on dry soil or rocks, caused by oils released from plants and geosmin produced by bacteria in the soil.

Example

"The scent of petrichor filled the air as the storm rolled in."

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