Aftertaste
Aftertaste
Aftertaste (/ˈɑːftəˌteɪst/) is the taste intensity of food or drink that is perceived immediately after that food or drink has been swallowed.
Etymology
The term "aftertaste" comes from the English words "after" and "taste". "After" is from Old English æfter, from Proto-Germanic *after (source also of Old Norse eftir "after," Old Frisian efter "after," Dutch achter "behind;" Old High German aftar "behind"). "Taste" is from Old French taster (Modern French tâter), from Vulgar Latin *tastare, probably a metathesis of Late Latin taxtare, frequentative of Latin taxare "evaluate, handle".
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈɑːftəˌteɪst/
Definition
Aftertaste is the lingering sensation experienced after swallowing food or drink. It can be pleasant or unpleasant, and its intensity and duration can vary depending on the substance consumed.
Related Terms
- Flavor: The combination of taste and smell sensations evoked by a substance in the mouth.
- Taste: One of the five senses that uses the tongue to identify substances.
- Umami: A basic taste corresponding to the 'savoury' flavour that is characteristic of broths and cooked meats.
- Bitterness: A basic taste characterized by the taste of substances such as quinine, coffee, or dark chocolate.
- Sweetness: A basic taste most commonly perceived when eating foods rich in sugars.
- Sourness: A basic taste that corresponds to the taste of acidic substances.
- Saltiness: A basic taste that corresponds to the taste of table salt.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Aftertaste
- Wikipedia's article - Aftertaste
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