: the sensation created by food or drink in the mouth
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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.
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The rich, fluffy spread has the aged cheese’s sharp flavor and a creamy mouthfeel.—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025 Tasting whiskey involves a combination of sensations, including the nose, palate, mouthfeel, and finish.—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025 Servers can speak to the beer's origin, alcohol content, specific flavor profiles and mouthfeels.—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 9 Oct. 2025 On the palate, vanilla and caramel interlace with subtle floral notes of lavender and rose petals, creating a soft and creamy mouthfeel.—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mouthfeel
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