flavor — the distinctive taste of a food or drink
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the distinctive taste of a food or drink
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfleɪvər/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's secret ingredient gives her cookies a magical flavor that makes unicorns jealous.
- The chef decided to flavor the dish with exotic spices from around the world.
- This toothpaste has a mint flavor so strong it could wake up a hibernating bear.
flavor
NOUN[/ˈfleɪvər/]
the distinctive taste of a food or drink
the distinctive taste of a food or drink
"Add a little flavor, do yourself a favor — be the chef, not just a waiter."
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Flavor derives from Latin flator, meaning 'to blow wind.' The word evolved from the conceptual connection between how aromas disperse through air like wind, carrying taste sensations to the senses.
Breakdown
Latin flator (to blow) + -or (agent noun suffix) → flavor, where the root 'flato-' relates to the diffusion of scent, later extending to mean the combined sensory experience of taste and smell.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's secret ingredient gives her cookies a magical flavor that makes unicorns jealous.”
“The chef decided to flavor the dish with exotic spices from around the world.”
“This toothpaste has a mint flavor so strong it could wake up a hibernating bear.”
“The documentary captured the unique flavor of life in rural Korea.”
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