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Meaning of the word flavour in English

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flavour

US /ˈfleɪ.vɚ/
UK /ˈfleɪ.vɚ/
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Noun

1.

the distinctive taste of a food or drink

Example:
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This ice cream has a rich vanilla flavour.
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Add some herbs to enhance the flavour of the soup.
Synonym:
tastesavortangaromasmell
2.

a quality that makes something distinctive or appealing

Example:
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The old town has a unique historical flavour.
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His writing has a distinct literary flavour.
Synonym:
characterqualityessencespiritambiance

Verb

1.

to give a particular taste or quality to (food or drink)

Example:
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You can flavour the sauce with garlic and herbs.
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The chef decided to flavour the dish with a hint of lemon.
Synonym:
seasonspiceinfuseimbueadd flavor to
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Related Word:
flavour enhancer