1) The sense of smell
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Olfaction, also known as olfactics, is the sense of smell. This sense is mediated by specialized sensory cells of the nasal cavity of vertebrates, which can be considered analogous to sensory cells of the antennae of invertebrates. In humans, olfaction occurs when odorant molecules bind to specific sites on the olfactory receptors. These receptors...
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• (n.) The sense by which the impressions made on the olfactory organs by the odorous particles in the atmosphere are perceived.
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The sense of smell.
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(ol-fak´shәn) smell.
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Ol·fac'tion noun [ See
Olfactory .]
(Physiol.) The sense by which the impressions made on the olfactory organs by the odorous particles in the atmosphere are perceived.
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The sense of smell.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: ol-fak′shŭn Definitions: 1. The sense of smell. 2. The act of smelling. Synonyms: osmesis, osphresis
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Olfaction: The sense of smell, part of the chemical sensing system, or the chemosenses. Sensory cells in the nose, mouth, and throat have a role in helping interpret smells and taste flavors. Microscopic molecules released by substances (foods, flowers, etc.) stimulate these sensory cells. Once the cells detect the molecules they send messages to t...
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olfaction 1. The sense of smell or the ability to perceive and distinguish odors. 2. The act of smelling, perceiving, and distinguishing odors.
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The sense of smell.
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The faculty which helps us to discern scents.
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