tasting
Americannoun
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the act of one who tastes food or drink.
a final tasting of a dish before serving.
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a small quantity of food or drink that is tasted; a taste.
I’d like just a tasting.
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a slight experience of something; a taste.
Now you have a tasting of his stupidity.
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an event at which people can sample various wines, or other drinks or foods, for comparative purposes.
a tasting of champagnes from France.
Etymology
Origin of tasting
First recorded in 1375–1400; taste ( def. ) + -ing 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Despite tasting defeat, Parker was restrained in his response to the decision.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026
The “operational adjustments” will not “materially impact” the company’s tasting rooms in Napa, Sonoma and Paso Robles, a spokesperson for the company said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026
Spread across its four floors are a tasting kitchen, “longevity” spa, private screening room and rooftop terrace, among other amenities.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026
It is smell that contributes the lion’s share to what we call tasting.
From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026
“Sarai,” he repeated, as though he were tasting it.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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