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fla·vor

flavor

 
 
pronunciation:
fleI vr
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: The flavor of a food is what you taste when you eat it. Each food has its own flavor, but sometimes we add other flavors to food to make it taste better or more interesting.
I like the flavor of potato chips because they're so salty.My brother thinks vanilla ice cream tastes boring, but I like the flavor of it.
definition 2: A flavor is a substance that gives food a special taste.
Vanilla, peppermint, and cherry are popular flavors.
synonyms:
flavoring
similar words:
condiment, seasoning, spice
definition 3: When something has a flavor, it has a particular quality that you notice.
His letter had an angry flavor.
similar words:
character, nature, soul, style, tone
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: flavors, flavoring, flavored
definition: When you flavor something, you give it a special or different taste.
The chef flavored the soup with onions and chili peppers.
synonyms:
season
similar words:
lace
derivation: flavorless (adj.)
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  • flavoring:
    a substance, such as a spice, that gives a different or special flavor to a food or drink.
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