HealthAugust 10, 2026

olfactory

ol-FAK-tuh-ree

Definition

Relating to the sense of smell.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'olfactus,' meaning 'a smelling,' which comes from the verb 'olfacere,' formed by combining 'olere' (to smell) and 'facere' (to do or make).

In the news

In studies of canine cognition, researchers distinguish between visual processing of facial expressions and olfactory cues to understand how dogs interpret human emotions. It highlights that smell is a primary, distinct sensory channel for dogs compared to humans.

Brain Scans Reveal Dogs Process Human Smiles in Reward Centers

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