Did you know?
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.
Examples of mouthfeel in a Sentence
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The balanced fruitiness and mild acidity cut through the richness, while a creamy, buttery mouthfeel provides richness and a mouth-coating texture.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
But crema is not the most important part of your espresso, and less important to mouthfeel and body than many assume.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 2 Sep. 2025
That filter allows the natural oils and flavors of the beans to come through, including some tiny particles, creating a bold brew with a rich mouthfeel.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mouthfeel
Cite this Entry
“Mouthfeel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mouthfeel. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
Copy Citation
Share