Meaning of the word reeking in English

What does reeking mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

reeking

US /ˈriːkɪŋ/
UK /ˈriːkɪŋ/

Adjective

1.

smelling very unpleasant

Example:
The garbage can was reeking of rotten food.
His clothes were reeking of smoke after the fire.
2.

having a strong, unpleasant smell of something

Example:
The whole room was reeking of stale beer.
He came home reeking of cheap perfume.
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