adjective
reeking
REE-kihng
Reeking (adjective) means giving off a strong, unpleasant smell. Example: “He came home reeking of garlic after dinner.”
adjective
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Giving off a strong, unpleasant smell.
"He came home reeking of garlic after dinner."
How to use reeking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSmelling very strongly and badly of something.
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What does “reeking” mean?
The word “reeking” means giving off a strong, unpleasant smell. In plain terms, smelling very strongly and badly of something.
How do you pronounce “reeking”?
“Reeking” is pronounced REE-kihng (/ˈɹiːkɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “reeking” in a sentence?
Here is “reeking” used in a sentence: “He came home reeking of garlic after dinner.”
What part of speech is “reeking”?
“Reeking” is an adjective.