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gus·​ta·​ble | \ ˈgəstəbəl \

Definition of gustable

1 archaic : appetizing, savory, tasty
2 archaic : perceptible or distinguishable by taste an increased number of gustable differences— Herbert Spencer

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History and Etymology for gustable

Late Latin gustabilis, from Latin gustare to taste + -abilis -able

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“Gustable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gustable. Accessed 23 May. 2022.

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