household odor; smell of daily life
Refers to the characteristic smell of a lived-in home, often from cooking, laundry, or daily activities. Can carry a slightly negative or nostalgic nuance depending on context.
A distinctive lived-in smell hung in his room.
lived-in feeling; sense of real life
Describes an atmosphere or quality that feels authentic, unpolished, and true to everyday life, as opposed to artificial or staged. Often used in describing interior design, writing, or performances.
This novel has a true-to-life feel, and I can really relate to it.