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putrid

/ˈpʌtrɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does putrid mean?

adjective

Having a strong, unpleasant smell,_DIRTY OR FILTHY, especially because of rotting or decay.

Example

"The putrid smell from the dumpster was overwhelming."

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