flavoring

noun

fla·​vor·​ing ˈflā-v(ə-)riŋ How to pronounce flavoring (audio)
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Synonyms of flavoring

Examples of flavoring in a Sentence

We used ginger and other natural flavorings. soup made with beef flavoring
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For one, it was used as a food flavoring, and that would be for a savory application. Dana Taylor, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026 The use of diacetyl as a butter flavoring came under greater scrutiny in the new millennium after workers at several Midwest popcorn plants became ill. Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026 The instant espresso enhances the chocolate flavoring as if there isn't enough chocolate already. Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026 For instance, some varieties have added salt, sugars, or other flavorings. Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flavoring

Word History

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flavoring was in 1845

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“Flavoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flavoring. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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flavoring

noun
fla·​vor·​ing
ˈflā-vər-iŋ

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