Odorization

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊˈduˈɹɪzˈætˈaɪˌɑn/

Odorization (noun)

  1. The process of adding a smell to gas so people can notice a leak.
  2. The process of giving something a particular smell.

Examples

  • Odorization helps people notice a gas leak quickly.
  • Without odorization, a gas leak may go unnoticed for hours.