taste

1. taste (noun) — sense 1

Definition: One of the sensations produced by the tongue in response to certain chemicals; the quality of giving this sensation.

Example: He had a strange taste in his mouth.

Concept: Вкус

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2. taste (noun) — sense 2

Definition: The sense that consists in the perception and interpretation of this sensation.

Example: His taste was impaired by an illness.

3. taste (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A small sample of food, drink, or recreational drugs.

4. taste (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To sample the flavor of something orally.

Example: when the ruler of the feast had tasted the water that was made wine

5. taste (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To have a taste; to excite a particular sensation by which flavor is distinguished.

Example: The chicken tasted great, but the milk tasted like garlic.

6. taste (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To identify (a flavor) by sampling something orally.

Example: I can definitely taste the marzipan in this cake.