scent etymology

Etymology:

• Old English: scent
• Latin: sentire (to feel, perceive)
• Proto-Indo-European: *ḱen- (to smell)

Meaning and Origin:

The word "scent" derives from the Old English word scent, which in turn comes from the Latin sentire, meaning "to feel" or "to perceive." The root *ḱen- in Proto-Indo-European refers to the sense of smell.

Originally, "scent" referred to any sensation that could be perceived by the nose, including odors both pleasant and unpleasant. Over time, the meaning narrowed to focus specifically on pleasant or fragrant odors.

In the modern sense, "scent" refers to:

• A pleasant or fragrant odor
• A substance that produces a characteristic odor, such as perfume
• The sense of smell itself

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