variants:
or less commonly savour
Definition of savor
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: the taste or smell of something
2
: a particular flavor or smell
3
: a distinctive quality
savor
verb
variants:
or less commonly savour
Definition of savor (Entry 2 of 2)
: to have a specified smell or quality : smack
1
: to give flavor to : season
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The first known use of savor was in the 13th century
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