Gustable
/ˈɡʌstəbəl/ adj, noun
adj, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 Something edible.
"[…] this long list of gustables, at the bare name of which his mouth would water […]"
Adjective
- 1 Having a taste; capable of being tasted.
"This position informs us of a vulgar error, terming the gall bitter; whereas there is nothing gustable sweeter."
- 2 Pleasant to the taste; toothsome; savory.
"A gustable thing, seen or smelt, excites the appetite, and affects the glands and parts of the mouth."
Antonyms
All antonymsExample
More examples"This position informs us of a vulgar error, terming the gall bitter; whereas there is nothing gustable sweeter."
Etymology
From Latin gustus (“taste”).