Definition

The act of trying a small amount of food or drink to experience its flavor, or an event where different foods or drinks are sampled to evaluate their taste.

Example

We went to a wine tasting event to try different varieties.

Conversation

Have you ever been to a wine tasting event?

Yes, I went to one last month, and it was really fun!

I heard they usually have a variety of options to try during a tasting.

Absolutely! It's a great way to discover new favorites.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The action of trying or sampling food or drink to experience its flavor.

Example

I am tasting the soup to see if it needs more salt.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you tried tasting the new ice cream flavor at the shop?

Not yet! What does it taste like?

It's really unique; I couldn't stop tasting it last time I went.

Root Explanation

Tasting → It is formed from "taste" (from Old French *taster*, meaning to perceive flavor) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "tasting" refers to the action or process of perceiving flavor.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'perceiving flavor' — that's what tasting means.

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