Meaning of the word stink in English

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

stink

US /stɪŋk/
UK /stɪŋk/

Verb

1.

have a strong unpleasant smell

Example:
The garbage stinks.
His breath stinks of garlic.
2.

be of very poor quality or standard

Example:
This movie really stinks.
His attitude stinks.

Noun

a strong unpleasant smell

Example:
There's a terrible stink coming from the kitchen.
The whole place was filled with the stink of stale beer.