odorimˈetry noun

The measurement of the strength and persistence of odours, olfactometry

odorous /ōˈdə-rəs (sometimes formerly ōd-ōˈrəs)/ adjective

1. Emitting an odour or scent
2. Sweet-smelling
3. Fragrant
4. Bad-smelling (informal)

oˈdorously adverb

oˈdorousness noun

oˈdoured adjective

oˈdourless adjective

in bad odour

1. In bad repute or standing (with with)
2. (similarly, but less commonly) in good odour

the odour of sanctity

1. A fragrance after death alleged to be evidence of saintship
2. Facetiously applied to the living who have denied themselves the sensual indulgence of washing
3. A sanctimonious manner