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Flavor

Sensory impression of food or drink.

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Flavor refers to the sensory impression of a food or drink, resulting from a combination of taste, smell, and other factors such as texture and temperature. It is perceived through the interaction of chemical compounds with taste receptors on the tongue and olfactory receptors in the nose.

Pronunciation

/ˈfleɪvər/

Etymology

Flavor derives from Old French 'flaver' meaning to savor, ultimately from Latin 'flavore' meaning to relish.

Explain Like I’m 5

Flavor is what we taste and smell when we eat or drink, like how chocolate tastes sweet and smells yummy.

Fun Facts

Humans can detect thousands of different flavors
Flavor is a complex process involving the brain and senses
Umami is often described as a savory or meaty taste

FAQ

What is flavor? It's a combination of taste and smell
How does it differ from taste? Taste is only what your tongue detects (sweet, sour, salty, bitter, umami)
What affects flavor? Temperature, texture, and aroma all play a role

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Sensation Perception

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Taste Aroma Texture

Meronyms — Parts or Components

Taste buds Olfactory receptors

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Food Drink

Indexes

culinary ingredient perceptual characteristic sensory experience

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