Meaning of the word tastes in English

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

tastes

US /teɪsts/
UK /teɪsts/

Noun

1.

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

Example:
The soup has a delicious taste.
I love the sweet taste of strawberries.
2.

a person's aesthetic preferences or appreciation of beauty

Example:
She has excellent taste in clothes.
His new house shows his sophisticated taste.

Verb

1.

perceive the flavor of (food or drink) with the tongue

Example:
Can you taste the garlic in this dish?
I haven't tasted anything so good in ages.
2.

have a specified flavor

Example:
This coffee tastes bitter.
The sauce tastes of lemon and herbs.