Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- Of or pertaining to the sense of taste; gustatory.
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- adjective of or pertaining to taste.
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- adjective of or relating to gustation
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Examples
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Big Island Bees Ohi'a Lehua Honey opens up with hints of pineapple, Anjou pear skin and a touch of toasted marshmallow; gustative qualities that are well-suited to its crystalline texture.
Ambrosial Delights of Varietal Honey Michelle Krell Kydd 2008
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According to F&F Foods, the current manufacturer of Sen Sen®, the candy straddled olfactive and gustative categorization at its inception and “In keeping with its perfumery roots, it was on the market list for many years as a cosmetic.”
Breath Perfumes Michelle Krell Kydd 2008
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Violet pleasures exist in food and drink, though true gustative and olfactive creations are rare.
Violet Pleasures in Food and Drink Michelle Krell Kydd 2008
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Violet pleasures exist in food and drink, though true gustative and olfactive creations are rare.
Archive 2008-02-01 Michelle Krell Kydd 2008
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According to F&F Foods, the current manufacturer of Sen Sen®, the candy straddled olfactive and gustative categorization at its inception and “In keeping with its perfumery roots, it was on the market list for many years as a cosmetic.”
Archive 2008-01-01 Michelle Krell Kydd 2008
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Terroir extends beyond the gustative and into the olfactive, an important fact to remember when navigating among sensory menageries.
Archive 2008-09-01 Michelle Krell Kydd 2008
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Big Island Bees Ohi'a Lehua Honey opens up with hints of pineapple, Anjou pear skin and a touch of toasted marshmallow; gustative qualities that are well-suited to its crystalline texture.
Archive 2008-08-01 Michelle Krell Kydd 2008
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Terroir extends beyond the gustative and into the olfactive, an important fact to remember when navigating among sensory menageries.
Fragrant Explorations: The Scent of Gardenia Michelle Krell Kydd 2008
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When we close our eyes in gustative pleasure, the sense of hearing, smell, taste and touch are heightened.
Archive 2007-10-01 Michelle Krell Kydd 2007
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The gustative recognition is instant; every taste that John had described is inside these cookies; the small bits of chocolate, orange peel, traces of clove, fig paste, and hints of an espresso effect.
Archive 2007-12-01 Michelle Krell Kydd 2007
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