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Savour, also spelled as "savor" in American English, is a verb that refers to the act of enjoying or relishing a taste, smell, or flavor. It involves taking pleasure in the sensory experience of something, particularly in relation to food, drink, or other pleasant sensations.
When applied to taste, savouring implies savoring the different flavors and textures of a dish, whether it is the complexity of spices or the combination of ingredients. It involves fully engaging the senses, paying close attention to the subtleties, and appreciating the overall sensation on the palate.
Savour can also pertain to scent or aroma. It describes the action of deeply inhaling a fragrance, perceiving and enjoying its various notes, and taking time to appreciate the olfactory experience.
Furthermore, savour can extend beyond gustatory and olfactory pleasures. It can include relishing or delighting in any enjoyable experience, such as basking in the beauty of nature or indulging in the soothing melodies of music.
Overall, the concept of savour is about embracing and fully immersing oneself in the present moment, focusing on the senses, and deriving pleasure from the various stimuli encountered. It is a mindful appreciation of the richness and intricacies that life has to offer, particularly in terms of taste, smell, and other pleasurable experiences.
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• Taste; flavour; relish; that quality which renders anything valuable or agreeable; reputation.
• To have a particular taste or smell; to have the appearance of.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "savour" originated from the Old French term "savour" meaning "to taste, savor" or "to enjoy, relish". This Old French term came from the Latin word "sapōrem", which means "taste" or "savor". Over time, the spelling of the word evolved from "savour" to the modern English spelling "savor".
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