deodourise

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Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To remove or neutralize an unpleasant smell from something: The word "deodourise" (also spelled "deodorize") describes the action of eliminating or masking an odor, making something free from an offensive smell.
Usage
  • The verb "deodourise" is typically used with an object. You deodourise a place, an item, or an area of the body.
  • It is often used in contexts related to hygiene, cleaning, and household products.
Examples
  • Verb:
    • This spray is designed to deodourise shoes and lockers.
    • The air purifier helps to deodourise the living room by removing cooking smells.
    • The primary function of the litter is to deodourise the cat's box.
Advanced Usage
  • "to deodourise oneself": to use a product to remove body odor.
    • After the gym, he needed to shower and deodourise himself.
  • Used in technical or commercial descriptions:
    • The new fabric technology claims to deodourise sweat instantly.
Variants and Related Words
  • Deodorant (n): A substance applied to the body to prevent or mask body odor.
    • She applied deodorant after her shower.
  • Deodorization (n): The process of deodourising.
    • The deodorization of the refrigerator took some time.
  • Deodoriser (n): An agent or device that deodourises.
    • We placed a deodoriser in the bathroom.
Synonyms
  • Deodorize: The more common spelling, especially in American English, with the same meaning.
  • Freshen: To make something smell clean and pleasant, often by adding a scent.
  • Neutralize: To counteract or make an odor ineffective.
Antonyms
  • Odorize: To add a smell, especially a pleasant one.
  • Stink: To emit a strong, unpleasant smell (informal).
Related Phrases
  • Odor control: The general management or elimination of smells.
    • This product is for odor control in small spaces.
  • Air freshener: A product designed to mask or eliminate odors in the air, often by adding a fragrance. (Note: This is a related product, not a direct synonym for the action of "deodourise").
Verb
  1. eliminate the odor from
    • This stick will deodorize your armpits

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