Is it Foetid or fetid?
Is it Foetid or fetid?
From the Latin word meaning “stinking,” this adjective has been in use since the early 15th century, which was a particularly fetid time in history — showers, laundry detergent, and deodorant had not yet been invented. Here’s an easy way to remember it: “the fe(e)t (d)id stink.” It’s sometimes spelled foetid.
What does fetid breath mean?
smelling extremely bad and stale
smelling extremely bad and stale: fetid air/breath.
What is the definition of foetid?
adjective. having an offensive odor; stinking. Also: fetid.
What is meaning of malodorous?
malodorous, stinking, fetid, noisome, putrid, rank, fusty, musty mean bad-smelling. malodorous may range from the unpleasant to the strongly offensive. malodorous fertilizers stinking and fetid suggest the foul or disgusting.
What do you mean by fiendish?
Definition of fiendish 1 : perversely diabolical took a fiendish pleasure in hurting people. 2 : extremely cruel or wicked. 3 : excessively bad, unpleasant, or difficult fiendish weather.
What are fetid sweats?
To excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin; perspire. 2. To exude in droplets, as moisture from certain cheeses or sap from a tree.
Do cavities smell like poop?
It occurs when the pulp inside the tooth decays. This may lead to a bacterial infection, which can result in pain, swelling, and breath that smells like feces due to a buildup of pus.
How do you use a tongue scraper?
How to Scrape (Clean) Your Tongue
- Stick out your tongue.
- Start the scraper at the very back of the tongue.
- Run the scraper all the way to the front 2 or 3 times.
- Use light pressure (If it hurts or cuts your tongue, it’s too much.)
- Rinse the scraper under warm water between scrapes.
- Swish your mouth out with water afterward.
What type of word is Foetid?
having an offensive odor; stinking.
What is fiendish behavior?
To be fiendish is to be cruel or evil. You might choose not to watch horror films — or soap operas — if you’re not a fan of seeing people do fiendish things to each other. Fiendish behavior is terrible and vicious, and fiendish people behave without kindness or conscience.