flavoring

[fley-ver-ing]

noun

1. something that gives flavor; a substance or preparation used to give a particular flavor to food or drink.

   vanilla flavoring.

Word History and Origins

Origin of flavoring¹

First recorded in 1835–45; flavor + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

TJ’s Maple Leaf Ice Cream Sandwiches are made in Canada by a Canadian confectioner — so you know TJ’s isn’t skimping on any maple flavorings.

From Salon

Anise, coriander and other flavorings lent a subtle complexity to the “special soy sauce” set out on the tables.

From Los Angeles Times

Lepore follows chronology, flavoring her narrative with graphs, digressions, even a litany of failed amendments.

From Los Angeles Times

Gone are the days of flavoring your morning coffee with a bit of ink, accidentally dipping the corner of the newsprint into a mug while thumbing through the pages.

From Salon

“And Just Like That” hasn’t entirely exorcised that image, although Anthony has been updated to add something more to the mix than the bracing splash of tartness flavoring Charlotte’s simple syrup personality.

From Salon

Related Words

• additive 
• condiment 
• herb 
• sauce 
• seasoning 
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