Question 1

What does "stink up" mean?

Accepted Answer

To fill a room or space with a very unpleasant smell.

Question 2

How do you use "stink up" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

Who left their gym bag in here? It's stinking the whole locker room up.

Question 3

Is "stink up" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"stink up" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Primarily used in American English. The British equivalent is 'stink out.' Common in casual speech. The object (the place) can go between 'stink' and 'up' or after 'up.'

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