flavoring

American  

[fley-ver-ing] / ˈfleɪ vər ɪŋ /

noun

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

   vanilla flavoring.

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Etymology

Origin of flavoring

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

Example Sentences

Lovingly Betsie prepared the feast, saving every drop of fat for flavoring other foods later.

From Literature

I understand that to hardcore Honda-philes the Prelude’s artificial flavoring might seem, well, a bit stupid.

From The Wall Street Journal

But apparently it is a rubbery substance that has licorice or other flavoring.

From Literature

Judging from the upbeat tartness flavoring the humor of “I Love LA,” the show’s title isn’t sarcastic.

From Salon

Then she adds the contents of the flavoring packet to the meat before pouring water into the pan.

From Salon

Related Words

• additive
• condiment
• herb
• sauce
• seasoning
• zest