taster

noun

tast·​er ˈtā-stər How to pronounce taster (audio)
1
: one that tastes: such as
a
: one that tests something (such as tea) for quality by tasting
b
: a person who is able to taste the chemical phenylthiocarbamide
2
: a device for tasting or sampling

Examples of taster in a Sentence

The magazine printed a taster of the author's new novel.
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Me’s sunflower butter had a slightly grainy texture, tasters flipped for its superb flavor. Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 13 Mar. 2025 However, a few tasters felt the flavor was a bit artificial. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2025 The differentiator was that the Russian River Valley Pinot – the less expensive option – struck tasters are more relaxed, more approachable, and more desirable of a wine to keep coming back to. Cathy Huyghe, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024 Our tasters liked the look of the crinkly top and crisp edges. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for taster

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of taster was in the 14th century

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“Taster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taster. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

taster

noun
tast·​er ˈtā-stər How to pronounce taster (audio)
: one that tastes: as
a
: a person who has the duty of tasting food or drink prepared for another person especially to test for poison
b
: a person who is able to taste the chemical phenylthiocarbamide

Medical Definition

taster

noun
tast·​er ˈtā-stər How to pronounce taster (audio)
: a person able to taste the chemical phenylthiocarbamide

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