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Defunkify (verb) means (informal) To take a bad smell away from something.

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1
(informal) To take a bad smell away from something.
"As the hour grows late, I know that I'm going to have to get him out of here so I can clean and defunkify this bedroom." — Layla Jordan, The Liar's Club (2010)
"And though we're not implying anything, scented candles and fragrance sticks can defunkify a flat and add alluring aroma to your efforts to cherchez l'amour." — , Add Class To Your Cave (2006)
2
(informal) To make someone feel more cheerful or lively.
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Etymology

Formed from de-, funk and -ify.

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What is the meaning of defunkify?
"defunkify" (verb) means (informal) To take a bad smell away from something.
What are the different meanings of defunkify?
"defunkify" has 2 main meanings: 1. (informal) To take a bad smell away from something; 2. (informal) To make someone feel more cheerful or lively.
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