Definitions

1. verb

to give off a bad smell; to be foul or disgusting

“The garbage in the dumpster stinks.”

2. noun

a bad smell, especially one that is unpleasant and strong

“The stink from the sewage plant was overwhelming.”

3. verb

to be unpopular or unacceptable

“His proposal stinks, it won’t work.”

4. noun

a type of smell, especially one that is unpleasant and strong

“The stink of smoke filled the air.”