Associations to the word «Mephitic»
Wiktionary
MEPHITIC, adjective. Foul-smelling or noxious, particularly of a gas or atmosphere.
MEPHITIC AIR, noun. (chemistry) (obsolete) Any of various gases considered noxious to humans, including carbon dioxide and nitrogen.
Dictionary definition
MEPHITIC, adjective. Of noxious stench from atmospheric pollution.
Wise words
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