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Definition of flavoringnext
as in flavor
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food soup made with beef flavoring

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verb

present participle of flavor
as in spicing
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored try flavoring the beans with salt and oregano

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Noun
The Liquor’s base is Forty Creek whisky, along with dairy cream and artificial flavorings consistent with the cinnamon-bun profile. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026 The latter is the signature recipe for the distillery, a unique formula produced on a pot still at the Wanship facility that is used as a flavoring element for the base whiskey (the exact proportions are not revealed). Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
Try flavoring the gravy with different herbs, spices, and aromatics such as garlic and onions. Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026 That means the brand uses wheat instead of rye as the flavoring grain in the mashbill, which is thought to give the bourbon a softer, sweeter flavor profile. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flavoring
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flavoring
Noun
  • Recipe Tips From The Test Kitchen Cooking the bacon first builds a smoky fat base; searing the steak next adds fond and deep savory flavor without overcooking the meat.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
  • For a heartier option, serve this with cheese slices—more savory flavors and added texture your guests will love.
    Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Netflix is spicing up its documentary slate with a new film about the Red Hot Chili Peppers, set to premiere on March 20.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 30 Jan. 2026
  • This is spicing up the genre of outlandish prank videos, which lost their appeal as many channels staged their exploits.
    Frank Landymore, Futurism, 28 Jan. 2026

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“Flavoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flavoring. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.

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