What is the meaning of reeking?

verb

  • Have an element suggestive (of something. )
    • usage: "his speeches smacked of racism"; "this passage smells of plagiarism"
  • Smell badly and offensively.
    • usage: "The building reeks of smoke"
  • Be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face.
  • Give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc..
    • usage: "Marshes reeking in the sun"

adjective

  • Wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears.
    • usage: "wiped his reeking neck"
  • Giving off a strong unpleasant smell. .
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