flavor
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B1
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/ˈfleɪvər/
🇬🇧
/ˈfleɪvə/
distinctive taste or quality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'flavor' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'flavor,' where 'flavor' meant 'smell or odor.'
Historical Evolution
'flavor' changed from the Old French word 'flavor' and eventually became the modern English word 'flavor.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'smell or odor,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'taste or distinctive quality.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the distinctive taste of a food or drink.
The soup has a rich flavor.
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Noun 2
a particular quality or atmosphere.
The restaurant has a Mediterranean flavor.
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Verb 1
to add a particular taste to food or drink.
She flavored the cake with vanilla.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40