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Definition of smellies
smellies
/ˈsmɛl.iz/
smel · lies
Plural:smellies
•Adjective:smelly
smellies Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
smellies Game Scores & Validity
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• noun
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."
Synonyms
View all synonyms for smelliesWord 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.
• Rhymes for smellies
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Smellies. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/smellies