Olfactory
(adjective)
Describes something related to the sense of smell.
Origin:
The word 'olfactory' comes from the latin word 'olfactus' which means 'of or belonging to the sense of smell.'.
Examples:
- The olfactory bulb is a part of the brain that helps process smells.
- People often use olfactory senses to identify different scents and odors.
- The olfactory nerve is responsible for transmitting smell signals to the brain.
- Some animals rely heavily on their olfactory senses to locate food and mates.
- The olfactory system is an important part of the brain that helps people identify different smells and recognize their surroundings.