Reek definition

Reek

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WordNet

(1) A distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant

(2) Be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face

(3) Smell badly and offensively

"The building reeks of smoke"

(4) Give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.

"Marshes reeking in the sun"

WiktionaryText

, probably from . Cognates include Danish and German

. Cognate to German "riechen" to smell

To be emitted or exhaled, emanate, as of vapour or perfume.

You reek of perfume.
To have or give off a strong, unpleasant smell.

Your fridge reeks of egg.
To be evidently associated with something unpleasant.