To detect the scent of; to discern by the sense of smell.

“The hounds scented the fox in the woods.”

To have a suspicion of.

“I scented trouble when I saw them running down the hill towards me.”

To impart an odour to.

“Scent the air with burning sage before you begin your meditation.”

Having a pleasant aroma.

(chiefly in combination) Having a smell of any kind.

“a plant with skunk-scented leaves”

Having perfume added.

“a scented soap”