Sulfury

Definition

Adjective describing something that contains, resembles, or smells of sulfur; having the acrid, pungent qualities associated with the chemical element sulfur. Often used to describe volcanic gases, industrial emissions, or unpleasant odors.

Example Usage

The air near the geothermal vents had a distinctly sulfury smell that made visitors wrinkle their noses.

Origin

From sulfur + -y (adjective-forming suffix).

Fun Fact

Sulfury smells are often associated with hell in religious imagery, which is why the odor carries such strong cultural connotations.

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