Phrase guide

scent mark

noun · verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A strong-smelling substance, from the urine or a gland, deposited by an animal to mark its territory.

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2

verb

Meaning 2

To deposit a scent mark.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • A male fox will scent mark his territory during mating season.

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