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

Example Sentences

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They experimented internally with reducing the amount of cheese, mac and cheese’s costliest component, checking the effect on taste, texture, mouthfeel, cheesiness and “cling”—how the cheese sauce stuck to the noodles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

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

From Slate • Aug. 11, 2025

When putting a dish together, consider its components: mouthfeel, contrast, color.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2025

The results suggest that the structures of milk proteins remain intact, meaning they retain their original mouthfeel and taste in your morning brew.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2024

Owen: Sourced from the Wahluke Slope AVA in Washington, this 2021 blend reveals juicy black currants, tar and anise notes on the palate, alongside a soft mouthfeel.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024

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