gustation

noun

gus·ta·tion ˌgə-ˈstā-shən

: the act or sensation of tasting

Etymology

Latin gustation-, gustatio, from gustare

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of gustation was in 1599

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“Gustation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gustation. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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gustation

noun

gus·ta·tion ˌgəs-ˈtā-shən

: the act or sensation of tasting

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