savor
|sa-vor|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈseɪvər/
🇬🇧
/ˈseɪvə/
enjoy taste or smell
Etymology
Etymology Information
'savor' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'savour,' where 'savour' meant 'taste or flavor.'
Historical Evolution
'savour' transformed into the Middle English word 'savour,' and eventually became the modern English word 'savor.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'taste or flavor,' but over time it evolved to include the enjoyment of taste or smell.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a characteristic taste, flavor, or smell, especially a pleasant one.
The soup had a rich savor of herbs and spices.
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Verb 1
to enjoy the taste or smell of something fully.
She savored every bite of the delicious cake.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39