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reeking

/riːkɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does reeking mean?

verb

To give off a strong, unpleasant smell; to smell strongly and unpleasantly. To be filled with a strong, unpleasant smell.

Example

"The dumpster was reeking of rotting food."

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