taster

noun

tast·​er ˈtā-stər 

1

: one that tastes: such as

a

: one that tests something (such as tea) for quality by tasting

b

: a person who is able to taste the chemical phenylthiocarbamide

2

: a device for tasting or sampling

Examples of taster in a Sentence

The magazine printed a taster of the author's new novel.

Recent Examples on the Web

But the Pinot of those typical scenarios was decidedly not the Pinot that this specific group of tasters preferred on this specific evening. —Cathy Huyghe, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024

Other tasters made note of a distinct hum of vanilla in each sip. —Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 17 Dec. 2024

But believe it or not, our team of six tasters could not land on a consensus in regards to the Grandma McFlurry's exact flavor. —Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 17 Dec. 2024

However, to ensure the ships are as full as possible, many cruise lines offer segments of world cruises or longer, one-off, taster voyages that give people the chance to experience the luxury and adventure of an extended cruise without the commitment and expense of a world cruise. —David Nikel, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing taster

• wine taster

Kids Definition

taster

noun

tast·​er ˈtā-stər 

: one that tastes: as

a

: a person who has the duty of tasting food or drink prepared for another person especially to test for poison

b

: a person who is able to taste the chemical phenylthiocarbamide

Medical Definition

taster

noun

tast·​er ˈtā-stər 

: a person able to taste the chemical phenylthiocarbamide