Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stingo
Noun
/ˈstɪŋɡoʊ/
Definition
A strong, often unpleasant smell, particularly associated with certain types of cheese or wine.
Examples
- The stingo of the blue cheese was overwhelming for some guests.
- He was surprised by the stingo emanating from the old barrel of ale.
- Even the wine expert couldn’t handle the stingo of the vintage he had opened.
Meaning
Stingo refers to a distinctive, bold flavor or odor, typically linked to fermented products.
Synonyms
- strong smell
- pungency
- stink
