Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gustation

Noun

gəs-ˈtā-shən

Definition

The act or process of tasting.

Examples

The gustation of the sweet fruit was a delightful experience.
She closed her eyes in pleasure during gustation, savoring each bite of the meal.
Scientists study gustation to understand how taste perceptions vary across different cultures.

Meaning

Gustation refers specifically to the sense of taste, which is one of the five senses responsible for detecting flavors in substances, typically food and drink.