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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, 24 June 2025
Yes, but a thick-walled mixing glass produces much better results both in dilution and mouthfeel.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
This method also results in creating a smoother texture in the red wines, along with the rich velvety mouthfeel that many consumers enjoy in the red wines produced by Copper Cane.
—Liz Thach, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
The wine has a medium mouthfeel with a soft texture, crisp yet balanced acidity, and a refreshing finish.
—AFAR Media, 17 June 2025
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“Mouthfeel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mouthfeel. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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