# flavoring

/ˈfɫeɪvɝɪŋ/ (US) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/flavoring
Updated: 2026-05-27

## Definition

a substance added to food or drink to give it a specific taste. It can be natural, like vanilla, or artificial, like a chemical copy of a fruit.

For teachers: a substance added to food or drink to impart a specific taste or aroma. Often used in the context of processed foods or artificial additives.

## Examples

- The cake uses natural vanilla flavoring instead of artificial.
- The manufacturer replaced the artificial flavoring with a natural extract to meet the new health standards.
- While the base of the sauce is simple, the chef relies on a complex blend of spice flavoring to achieve the desired depth of character.

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