Savor

/ˈseɪ.vər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The taste or smell of something; a distinctive flavor or quality.

The savor of the spices filled the entire kitchen.

A characteristic or quality that reminds one of something pleasant.

There was a savor of nostalgia in the air as they reminisced about their childhood.

verb

To taste or smell with pleasure; to enjoy the flavor of something.

She took a moment to savor the rich chocolate cake before taking a bite.

To enjoy an experience or an event fully.

He wanted to savor every moment of his vacation.

Middle English, from Old French 'savorer', from Latin 'saporare', from 'sapor' meaning 'taste'.

savor the moment

To enjoy a time or experience fully.

savor every bite

To enjoy food thoroughly as you eat it.

savoring

The act of enjoying something deeply.

saporific

Having the quality of savor or taste.