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savor
[sey-ver]
noun
the quality in a substance that affects the sense of taste or of smell.
Synonyms: , , , ,a particular taste or smell.
distinctive quality or property.
power to excite or interest.
Archaic.repute.
verb (used without object)
to have savor, taste, or odor.
to exhibit the peculiar characteristics; smack (often followed byof ).
His business practices savor of greed.
verb (used with object)
to give a savor to; season; flavor.
to perceive by taste or smell, especially with relish.
to savor the garden's odors.
to give oneself to the enjoyment of.
to savor the best in life.
Spelling Note
Other 51Թ Forms
- savorer noun
- savoringly adverb
- savorless adjective
- savorous adjective
- outsavor verb (used with object)
- unsavored adjective
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Example Sentences
Next time you pick up a bunch of radishes, be sure to save their leafy greens and savor them this spring.
For Moorman, winning a CIF title just 10 minutes away from Granada Hills High, was a moment worth savoring, she said.
But first: what I did manage to eat, see and savor.
Appearing to bask in the vindication, Panahi clasped his hands behind his head and leaned back seated in sunglasses, savoring the moment while those around him stood in an ovation.
“Some people, all they see is red and they want the revenge. But the other side of that choice is savoring what’s remaining and what’s precious to you.”
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- sip
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