flavor
UK: ˈfleɪvə | US: ˈfleɪvər
n. the distinctive taste of a food or drink
n. a characteristic quality or atmosphere
vt. to add taste or seasoning to something
The word "flavor" traces back to Latin flātor, which originally referred to a smell or scent carried by the wind (from flāre, "to blow"). Over time, it evolved in Old French (flaur) to emphasize taste rather than smell. By Middle English, it settled into its modern spelling and meaning, blending sensory experiences of taste and aroma. The suffix "-or" solidifies it as a noun denoting a perceptible quality.
The soup has a rich, savory flavor.
The festival added a cultural flavor to the city.
She flavored the sauce with fresh herbs.
This tea lacks flavor—it’s too bland.
The chef’s secret ingredient enhances the dish’s flavor.