FLAVOR Meaning and
Definition
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Flavor is a sensory perception created by the combination of taste and smell, which influences our perception of the taste and quality of food or drink. It refers to the distinctive and characteristic quality that a substance, usually relating to food, possesses, giving it a particular taste and aroma.
In terms of taste, flavor encompasses the five primary tastes - sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami. These tastes are detected by taste buds on the tongue and contribute to the overall flavor experience. However, flavor goes beyond taste alone. It also incorporates the sensory information from the olfactory receptors in the nose, which allows us to distinguish and enjoy the complex aromas that add depth to the taste of a substance.
Flavor is influenced by various factors, including the combination and proportion of different ingredients, cooking methods, seasonings, and spices. It can vary depending on cultural preferences, regional cuisines, and personal palates. The perception of flavor is subjective and can differ among individuals due to factors like genetics, experience, and personal associations.
The term flavor is not limited to food and can also be used metaphorically to describe the distinctive quality or characteristic of something. For example, a conversation or a piece of art can be said to have a particular flavor, representing its unique style or essence. Overall, flavor is a multi-sensory experience that adds richness, enjoyment, and depth to our culinary experiences.
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1. The quality affecting the taste or odor of any substance. 2. A therapeutically inert substance added to a prescription to give an agreeable taste to the mixture.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of FLAVOR
The word "flavor" originated from the Middle English term "flavour", which came from the Anglo-Norman word "flavour" or "flaour". This Anglo-Norman term was derived from the Old French word "flaur", meaning "aroma, fragrance, pleasant smell". Further tracing its roots, "flaur" is believed to have come from the Vulgar Latin word "flator", which also means "odor, smell". Ultimately, the Latin word "flator" can be traced back to the Latin verb "flare", meaning "to blow, to breathe". Over time, the meaning of "flavor" expanded to include the specific taste or quality of a substance, in addition to its aroma or smell.
Idioms with the word FLAVOR
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flavor of the month
The idiom "flavor of the month" refers to a person, thing, or idea that is popular or trendy at a particular time, but is likely to lose popularity or become less important in the future. It suggests that something or someone is enjoying a temporary period of being favored or in the spotlight, often with the implication that this attention is fleeting and will soon be replaced by something else.
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flavor food with sth
The idiom "flavor food with something" means to enhance or season food by adding a specific ingredient or spice in order to give it a particular taste or aroma. It refers to the act of adding flavor to food to make it more enjoyable or to cater to personal preferences.
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flavor of the week
The idiom "flavor of the week" refers to something or someone that is highly popular or trendy at a particular time, but that is likely to lose its popularity or significance quickly. It implies that the thing or person in question is seen as a passing fancy or a temporary fascination.
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flavor food with something
The idiom "flavor food with something" means to enhance the taste or add a specific taste to food by adding a particular ingredient or seasoning.
Similar spelling words for FLAVOR
- flivver,
- veelvare,
- valjouffrey,
- flavors,
- folivory,
- flavour,
- flavoury,
- volver,
- folivora,
- vulvar,
- flavourer,
- Flavyere,
- flyover,
- failover,
- favour,
- flavorful,
- flavorer,
- flavory,
- flaffer,
- foliovore,
- flaugher,
- flair,
- floor,
- flavoring,
- flavor-enhancer,
- fluffer,
- flavored,
- Phialophora,
- flavoured,
- flavor-packed,
- fall for,
- fallfor,
- Valvar,
- folivore,
- velfarre,
- Flaviere,
- Vulvaria,
- favor,
- volvaria,
- fallover,
- fulfer,
- Fellfare,
- valefar,
- valleyfair,
- off-flavor,
- filifera,
- flavorous,
- VLVR,
- phyllophore,
- Vulvaire.
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