reek: 意味と定義

To give off a strong unpleasant odor:"Grandma, who reeks of face powder and lilac water"(Garrison Keillor).

To be pervaded by something unpleasant:"This document .. reeks of self-pity and self-deception"(Christopher Hitchens).

Chiefly British To smoke, steam, or fume.

A strong offensive odor; a stench. See Synonyms at stench.

Chiefly British Smoke or vapor.