Dictionary Definition
effluvium n : a foul-smelling outflow or vapor
(especially a gaseous waste) [also: effluvia (pl)]
User Contributed Dictionary
English
Etymology
From effluvium "an outlet"Noun
- a gaseous or vaporous emission, especially a foul-smelling one
- a condition causing the shedding of hair
Translations
- Italian: effluvio
Synonyms, Antonyms and Related Words
afterdamp, aroma, aura, blackdamp, breath, chokedamp, cloud, coal gas, damp, definite odor, detectable
odor, ectoplasm,
ectoplasy, emanation, essence, exhalation, exhaust, exhaust gas,
exteriorized protoplasm, fetid air, firedamp, flatus, flavor, fluid, fragrance, fume, malaria, mephitis, miasma, odor, puff of smoke, redolence, reek, savor, scent, smell, smoke, smudge, spoor, steam, stench, subtle odor, trace, trail, vapor, volatile, water vapor, whiff