b.o.
Definition
Noun: 1. Body odor: An unpleasant smell emanating from a person's body, typically caused by bacterial breakdown of sweat in areas like the armpits, especially associated with poor hygiene or lack of bathing.
Usage
- The term "b.o." is an informal, written abbreviation for "body odor." It is commonly used in casual contexts, often in reference to personal hygiene products like deodorants or soaps.
- It is typically used as an uncountable noun.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- The term is often seen in commercial contexts, such as in marketing for personal care products.
- It can be used euphemistically to indirectly refer to a person's hygiene issue.
Variants and Related Words
- Body odor (n): The full, formal term for "b.o."
- Malodorousness (n, formal): The state of having a bad smell.
- Perspiration odor (n): A more specific term focusing on smell from sweat.
- Bromhidrosis (n, medical): The medical term for foul-smelling sweat.
Synonyms
- Body smell
- Unpleasant body aroma
- Foul personal odor
Antonyms
- Freshness
- Clean scent
Notes
- "B.o." is an initialism. It is pronounced by saying the letters "B" and "O."
- It is important to note that body odor can have various causes, including diet, health conditions, or medication, not solely a failure to bathe.
Noun
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malodorousness resulting from a failure to bathe
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