flavoring

noun

fla·​vor·​ing ˈflā-v(ə-)riŋ How to pronounce flavoring (audio)

Examples of flavoring in a Sentence

We used ginger and other natural flavorings. soup made with beef flavoring
Recent Examples on the Web Some brands use flavoring and extracts instead of pistachio nuts, so read the label before buying. Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2024 Often, other dairy products or flavorings like vanilla extract and cocoa powder are used, and sometimes, not all of the basics are even necessary. Genevieve Ko, New York Times, 18 Mar. 2024 The restaurants were selected by members of the Courier Journal newsroom and by readers of a Courier Journal post on social media based on various criteria, including taste, crunch, flavorings and more. Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 11 Mar. 2024 Use Gruyère cheese, or substitute your favorite variety to add a nutty and creamy flavoring. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2024 Other rums, however, namely those produced in Latin America, traditionally have sugar added after distillation, as well as artificial coloring and/or flavoring. Tony Sachs, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2024 UPFs include baked goods such as croissants and Danish pastries, fizzy drinks, high-sugar cereals, ready meals, and all sorts of other sugary and salty snacks–all of which contain additives, emulsifiers, and flavorings that are detrimental to our health. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2024 These bars—made with whey protein isolate, plus a few other simple ingredients like nuts, honey, and natural flavorings—deliver a hearty 15 to 18 grams of protein per serving. Jenny McCoy, Glamour, 15 Mar. 2024 And fried in a vat full of gluten. Side salad, no croutons, and pray that the dressing doesn’t contain malt flavoring, malt vinegar, or soy sauce. Emily Menez, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flavoring was in 1845

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“Flavoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flavoring. Accessed 2 May. 2024.

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flavoring

noun
fla·​vor·​ing
ˈflā-vər-iŋ

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