Dictionary definition · reek
noun
- a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant
verb
- have an element suggestive (of something)"his speeches smacked of racism"
- smell badly and offensively"The building reeks of smoke"
- be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face
- give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc."Marshes reeking in the sun"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).