Rancidity (Noun)
Meaning
The state of being rancid; having a rancid scent or flavor (as of old cooking oil).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The pungent smell of rancidity filled the air as soon as she opened the old jar of peanut butter.
- After leaving the bottle of oil unopened for months, it had developed an unmistakable hint of rancidity.
- The cooking oil had reached a state of rancidity, giving the fries a nasty, bitter taste.
- She couldn't shake the idea that the strong smell of rancidity emanating from the dumpster was a health hazard.
- The chef discarded the container of old lard due to its overpowering stench of rancidity and sticky texture.