mouthfeel

noun

mouth·feel ˈmau̇th-ˌfēl

: the sensation created by food or drink in the mouth

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Do you sometimes find yourself trying to describe a concept or phenomenon for which you don't have a word? In such cases, it is not unusual for people to coin neologisms (new words or expressions) to describe such concepts or phenomena - the pink glow on the underside of gray clouds right before sunset, for example, or the sensation created in the mouth by a particular item of food or drink. Indeed, this latter concept has already been given a name, "mouthfeel," a simple combination of "mouth" and "feel" that can be used to describe the creamy warmth of a mushroom soup or the dry, velvety sensation of a pinot noir. This coinage is relatively new; its earliest known use dates back only to 1951.

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On the palate, notes of fresh tobacco, tart citrus and white cedar are accompanied by a remarkable silken mouthfeel. —

Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024 Pears contain a not easily fermentable sugar called sorbitol, which gives a characteristically round mouthfeel and lingering sweetness. —

Beth Demmon, Bon Appétit, 20 Nov. 2024 This tannic quality enhances the mouthfeel, creating a full-bodied, velvety texture. —

Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024 The rich mouthfeel evolves into a lasting finish of marshmallow, vanilla, and malt. —

Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mouthfeel