| 单词 | gustatory |
| 释义 | gustatory (once / 55231 pages) adj If you want to improve the gustatory appeal of a grapefruit, you might add a spoonful of sugar. Gustatory is an adjective that refers to tasting or the sense of taste. You may be tempted to link gustatory with the word gust, meaning "a quick, strong rush of wind." However, gustatory has its roots in the Latin gustare, meaning "to taste," while gust can be traced back to the Old Norse gustr, meaning to "to gush." But if a gust of wind brings with it the savory aroma of a nearby backyard barbecue, you might find yourself licking the air in gustatory frustration. WORD FAMILYgustatory: gustatorily+/gustation: gustatorial, gustatory USAGE EXAMPLESOne special-occasion dinner with visitors from the Bay Area who happen to be intimidatingly well-versed in all matters gustatory... and also happen to be family. Seattle Times(Dec 27, 2016) Different combinations of this quartet yield something approaching the full range of gustatory hues. Economist(Nov 01, 2016) But as much as it pains me to write it, this icon has few clothes, at least when it comes to gustatory pleasures. Washington Post(May 10, 2016) adj of or relating to gustation Syn gustative, gustatorial |
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