deodorizing

Removing bad odors

Deodorizing is removing or masking unpleasant odors.

Deodorizing sprays neutralize smells rather than just covering them.

The term extends to figurative cleaning up: The PR team spent weeks deodorizing the scandal before the press conference.

A deodorizing product or process eliminates what offends the nose—or, metaphorically, what offends sensibilities.

methods

charcoal

Burned wood residue

airflow · filtration · ozone · zeolite · enzymatic · absorbing · neutralizing · extracting · purge · ionizer

scented

fragrance

Pleasing olfactory quality

  • perfumeFragrant liquid for wearing
  • aromaPleasant distinctive smell
  • citrusAcidic fruits with segments

lavender · vanilla · cinnamon · floral · mint · eucalyptus · sandalwood · jasmine · rosemary · pine

targets

smoke

Airborne combustion byproduct

garbage · shoes · carpet · upholstery · refrigerator · bathroom · kitchen · armpit · feet · trash

freshness

breeze

Light, gentle air movement

airy · cool · refreshing · invigorating · springtime · meadow · ocean · rain · cucumber · lemon

hygiene

antiperspirant

Blocks underarm moisture

grooming · self-care · shower · bathing · cleanser · underarm · roll-on · stick · spray-on

results

neutralize

Cancel an effect

sanitized · refreshed · restored

properties

unscented

Having no added smell

chemical-free · eco-friendly · biodegradable · hypoallergenic · natural · organic · gentle · residue-free · long-lasting

Categories
Opposites
odor addition vs. removal

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Adding detectable smell

stinking up · fouling · polluting · contaminating · tainting

scent neutrality vs. scent enhancement

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Adding detectable smell

perfuming · scenting · aromatizing · fragrancing · stinking up

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Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G