Meaning of the word tasting in English

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

tasting

US /ˈteɪ.stɪŋ/
UK /ˈteɪ.stɪŋ/

Noun

the action of trying the flavor of something

Example:
We had a wine tasting event last night.
The cheese tasting included several local varieties.

Verb

present participle of taste

Example:
She was tasting the soup to see if it needed more salt.
The chef was busy tasting various dishes for the new menu.