savour

/ ˈseɪvə /

noun

1. the quality in a substance that is perceived by the sense of taste or smell
2. a specific taste or smell

   the savour of lime

3. a slight but distinctive quality or trace
4. the power to excite interest

   the savour of wit has been lost

5. archaic.
   reputation

verb

1. introften foll byof to possess the taste or smell (of)
2. introften foll byof to have a suggestion (of)
3. tr to give a taste to; season
4. tr to taste or smell, esp appreciatively
5. tr to relish or enjoy

Derived Forms

• ˈsavourless, adjective
• ˈsavorous, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of savour¹

C13: from Old French savour, from Latin sapor taste, from sapere to taste

Example Sentences

Key members of Trump’s campaign team and allies - including officials from his previous administration - savoured their victory on stage.

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And, in this case, it all still adds up to sporting excellence and a Grand Final to savour in terms of the quality on show.

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He darted to the ring rather than allowing himself time to savour the moment.

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To huge cheers of “Presidenta!” ringing out both inside and outside the congressional chamber, she raised her fist in victory, savouring the moment.

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It was clear both fans and athletes were savouring the moment, especially since there is no guarantee it will ever be at the Olympics again.

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