SAVOR Definition & Meaning

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savor

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noun

the quality in a substance that affects the sense of taste or of smell.
Synonyms: , , , ,
a particular taste or smell.
distinctive quality or property.
power to excite or interest.
Archaic. repute.

verb (used without object)

to have savor, taste, or odor.
to exhibit the peculiar characteristics; smack (often followed by of ):
His business practices savor of greed.

verb (used with object)

to give a savor to; season; flavor.
to perceive by taste or smell, especially with relish:
to savor the garden's odors.
to give oneself to the enjoyment of:
to savor the best in life.

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Spelling Note

See -or ¹.

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of savor¹

First recorded in 1175–1225; (noun) Middle English sav(o)ur, from Old French savour, from Latin ��ō��, accusative of sapor “taste,” derivative of sapere “to taste” ( sapient ); (verb) Middle English sav(o)uren, from Old French savourer, from Late Latin ��ō��, derivative of sapor

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Synonym Study

See taste.

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Example Sentences

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Without an itinerary, I wandered through Cleveland’s rich blend of historic charm and modern energy, savoring unexpected flavors and unforgettable sights.

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There is plenty to savor within, new players and surprise storylines, a bounty to celebrate and appreciate as the summer unfolds.

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That's all to say when you spot fresh morels at the farmers market, don’t hesitate — grab a basketful, cook them simply and savor the fleeting magic of their season.

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My mother-in-law saw it and didn’t savor it.

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Tennant and Jumbo took full advantage, savoring the language and the psychology in equal measure.

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