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Do you sometimes find yourself trying to describe a concept or phenomenon for which you don't have a word? In such cases, it is not unusual for people to coin neologisms (new words or expressions) to describe such concepts or phenomena - the pink glow on the underside of gray clouds right before sunset, for example, or the sensation created in the mouth by a particular item of food or drink. Indeed, this latter concept has already been given a name, "mouthfeel," a simple combination of "mouth" and "feel" that can be used to describe the creamy warmth of a mushroom soup or the dry, velvety sensation of a pinot noir. This coinage is relatively new; its earliest known use dates back only to 1951.
Examples of mouthfeel in a Sentence
Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
This non-alcoholic beer is well-balanced yet complex with a medium-bodied mouthfeel and zesty, orange nose.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 13 Jan. 2025
Vivid acidity and full mouthfeel offer a stunning backdrop to flavors of pink grapefruit, apricot, and lemon zest.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025
Apple and pear tartness mesh with a nice lightness and refreshing mouthfeel.
—Erik Ofgang, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Mouthfeel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mouthfeel. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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