olfactory
UK/ɒl'fæktәri/US
TOEFLGREC2
Definitions
adj.
Relating to or connected with the sense of smell.
嗅觉的
n.
An organ or nerve involved in the sense of smell.
嗅觉器官；嗅神经
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedolfactroot
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oryrelating to, connected with
=olfactory
Common Collocations
- 1.olfactory nerve嗅觉神经
- 2.olfactory system嗅觉系统
- 3.olfactory receptor嗅觉受体
Example Sentences
- 1.
The olfactory nerve transmits smell information from the nose to the brain.
- 2.
Certain fragrances can trigger olfactory memories from your childhood.