Lõhnatud

Lõhnatud is an Estonian term that translates to "smelled" or "fragranced" in English. It is a past passive participle of the verb lõhnata, meaning "to smell" or "to emit a scent." The word lõhnatud can be used to describe something that has had a scent applied to it or something that has naturally acquired a particular smell.

In its most literal sense, lõhnatud can refer to physical objects that have been perfumed or scented. For example, lõhnatud paber could mean perfumed paper, or lõhnatud riided might refer to clothes that have been washed with scented detergent or sprayed with a fragrance. The application of scent is a common practice in various contexts, from personal hygiene to interior decoration.

Beyond the direct application of artificial scents, lõhnatud can also describe things that have absorbed an odor from their environment. For instance, if food has been stored near something strongly smelling, it might be described as lõhnatud. Similarly, a room might become lõhnatud if it has been exposed to smoke or other pervasive odors. The term implies a passive reception of a smell, whether pleasant or unpleasant, originating from an external source. The context in which lõhnatud is used is crucial for understanding whether the scent is intentional and desirable or an accidental and potentially undesirable consequence.