What is another word for following a scent?
Pronunciation: [fˈɒlə͡ʊɪŋ ɐ sˈɛnt] (IPA) 
Following a scent is a term used in hunting, tracking, and search and rescue operations, where individuals have to follow the path of a scent to track down an animal or person. There are other synonyms that can be used to describe the act of following a scent, including trailing, tracking, and sniffing out a scent. Trailing usually refers to following a path that has been left behind, while tracking is a more active search for a scent by following its trail. Sniffing out a scent involves using one's sense of smell to follow a path, similar to how dogs often search for scents. These synonyms for following a scent are useful in a variety of contexts, whether for hunting or for finding a lost pet.
