foot odor

Sweaty sock stink

Foot odor is the unpleasant smell that emanates from feet, typically caused by bacteria breaking down sweat.

The condition ranges from mild mustiness to powerfully offensive stench.

His foot odor cleared the room when he took off his shoes.

Also called *stinky feet* informally.

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bacteria · fungus · locker room · vinegar · cheese · pungent · toes · sneakers · moisture · gym · take off shoes · deodorant · powder · baking soda · insoles · embarrassing · ripe · musty

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olfactory quality

foot odorfresh scent

Pleasant, clean odor

perfume · sweet smell · cologne · lavender · fragrance

presence vs. absence

foot odorscentless

Without any aroma

odorlessness

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G