Pong

usgb/pɑːŋ/
noun

A strong, unpleasant smell.

There's a nasty pong coming from the kitchen garbage bin.
Visual representation of "pong" - A strong, unpleasant smell

Often appears as...

  • unpleasant pong
  • strong pong

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

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Visual representation of "pong"
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Negative Connotation

Pong usually describes an off-putting smell, suggesting a negative reaction.

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After the workout, my gym clothes had a distinct pong.
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Intensity of Smell

Use 'pong' when the smell is strong enough to notice immediately upon entering an area.

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The entire hallway had a pong of wet paint.
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Informal Use

'Pong' is quite casual, so it's not appropriate for formal writing or discussions.

Illustration for Informal Use
Ah, what's that pong? Did something rot in the fridge?
Visual representation of the word "Pong"

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