Definition of "smell"

Kid-friendly meaning of smell, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "smell" mean?

smell (verb) — to notice something with your nose.

Part of speechVerb Syllables1 (smell)

Example sentences using "smell"

Grade K–2
I smell pizza!
Grade 3–5
She could smell the bread baking the moment she opened the kitchen door.
Grade 6–8
A single familiar smell — old books, rain on hot pavement — can pull you straight back into a memory you didn't know you had.

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