gustation

noun

gus·​ta·​tion ˌgə-ˈstā-shən How to pronounce gustation (audio)
: the act or sensation of tasting

Word History

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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Cite this Entry

“Gustation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gustation. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

gustation

noun
gus·​ta·​tion ˌgəs-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce gustation (audio)
: the act or sensation of tasting

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