Meaning of the word taste in English

What does taste mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

taste

US /teɪst/

UK /teɪst/

the sensation of flavor perceived in the mouth and throat on contact with a substance

Example:

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The soup has a delicious taste.

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I love the sweet taste of strawberries.

Synonym:

flavor savor palate relish

a person's liking for particular things; discernment

Example:

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She has excellent taste in clothes.

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His new house shows his refined taste.

Synonym:

discernment appreciation preference inclination

perceive the flavor of (food or drink) by taking it into the mouth

Example:

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She paused to taste the wine.

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Have you ever tasted durian?

Synonym:

sample savor relish experience

have a specified flavor

Example:

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The medicine tastes bitter.

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This dish tastes like chicken.

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