eff
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vium
Plural
effluvia
1
an unpleasant or noxious odor, typically emanating from decaying matter or industrial processes
- The effluvium from the nearby landfill permeated the air, causing discomfort among residents in the area.
- The foul effluvium emanating from the sewage treatment plant made it challenging to enjoy outdoor activities.
- The scientist wore a mask to protect herself from the noxious effluvium produced during the chemical reaction.
- The abandoned factory emitted a constant stream of effluvium, contributing to the pollution of the surrounding environment.
- The putrid effluvium from the rotting garbage heap could be detected from several blocks away.