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mouthfeel

American

[mouth-feel] / ˈmaʊθˌfil /

noun

the tactile sensation a food gives to the mouth.

a creamy mouthfeel.

mouthfeel British

/ ˈmaʊθˌfiːl /

noun

the texture of a substance as it is perceived in the mouth

the wine has a good mouthfeel

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Etymology

Origin of mouthfeel

An Americanism dating back to 1980–85

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mouthfeel

Sugar is often added to drinks for mouthfeel and to cover up the off-putting tastes of functional ingredients.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 11, 2026

“It is supposed to have the same mouthfeel as full sugar.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026

Tagatose browns like table sugar when heated, and taste tests show it closely matches the flavor and mouthfeel of conventional sugar.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 13, 2026

I could distinguish an Awesome Blossom from a Bloomin’ Onion by mouthfeel alone.

From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2025

Often, vegans rely on the thick, rich mouthfeel of tofu to add body to baked goods, desserts, dips and more.

From Salon ● May 21, 2025

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