Definition of Rancid

being foul in taste or smell

Examples of Rancid in a sentence

The oil went rancid because it was overly exposed to sunlight.  🔊

The prisoners were fed rancid meat that made them retch and vomit.  🔊

Route 95 always has a rancid smell due to a nearby landfill.  🔊

When the door opened, we were hit by a rancid odor.  🔊

The rancid stench was so overwhelming that I fell into a swoon.  🔊

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