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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In June, McDonald’s outlined a new global strategy promising “great tasting food, served with a smile, at a good value.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Current tasting fees are now $50 for a “social” tasting on the patio and $125 for a guided tour and seated tasting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
It was dark and deeply moist, a little earthy without tasting particularly of vegetables, and studded throughout with hunks of chocolate.
From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026
Its tasting menus now start from £102 for seven courses before 6pm, and $126 for nine courses.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
"Eight Treasure Duck," the old man murmured to himself, licking his lips as if he were tasting the savory flavors.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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