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Rancid

/ˈrænsɪd/ adjective

Meaning

Having an unpleasant smell or taste from being stale or spoiled, especially fats or oils.

हिंदी मेंबासी या खराब होने से एक अप्रिय गंध या स्वाद वाला, विशेष रूप से वसा या तेल।

Example Sentences

“The butter had gone rancid.”

यह मक्खन खराब हो गया था।

“Rancid oil should never be used for cooking.”

खराब हो चुके तेल का उपयोग खाना पकाने के लिए कभी नहीं करना चाहिए।

⚠ Common Mistake

Specifically describes fats/oils going bad — for other foods, "spoiled" or "off" is more common.

Good to Know

Synonyms
spoiled, off
Antonyms
fresh

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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