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Definition of smellies

smellies

/ˈsmɛl.iz/
smel · lies

Plural:smellies
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Adjective:smelly
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1

British Perfumed toiletries, cosmetics, soaps, or bath products, especially when given as a gift.

Example

"She always receives a basket of assorted smellies from her relatives at Christmas."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in informal British English as a plural noun; unlike the adjective 'smelly' (which implies an unpleasant odor), 'smellies' refers specifically to pleasant-smelling bath and body products.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Smellies. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/smellies
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