MEPHITIS

• (noun) in some classifications: type genus of the subfamily Mephitinae

  synonyms : genus mephitis

• (noun) a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant

  synonyms : fetor , foetor , malodor , malodour , reek , stench , stink

  "Smoke ruling has the reek of censorship" -added by sradha_inlas

• (noun) a poisonous or foul smelling gas emitted from the earth

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