flavoring

noun

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

Synonyms of flavoring

Examples of flavoring in a Sentence

We used ginger and other natural flavorings. soup made with beef flavoring
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
A little goes a long way—the brine itself can be used for flavoring and color, and the cubes of tofu can be mashed with their liquid to make an ultra-savory paste. Jen Lin-Liu, Saveur, 11 Mar. 2026 Unoaked Chardonnay is especially good with earthier flavorings, like mushrooms or squash. Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026 This technique provides additional flavoring to the bourbon that goes beyond simply aging it in the barrel. Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026 Juice and other flavorings are sometimes added during fermentation to create a different flavor profile. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flavoring

Word History

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of flavoring was in 1845

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Flavoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flavoring. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

flavoring

noun
fla·​vor·​ing
ˈflā-vər-iŋ

More from Merriam-Webster on flavoring

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster