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Definition of taster

taster

/ˈteɪ.stɚ/
tast · er
Plural:tasters
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• noun

1

A person employed to sample food or drink to judge its quality, flavor, or safety (historically, to detect poison before a monarch or noble consumed it).

Example

"The vineyard hired an experienced wine taster to evaluate the new vintage before bottling."

2

British A small sample of food or drink, or a brief introductory experience of an activity, course, or subject.

Example

"The university offers a weekend taster for prospective students interested in studying architecture."

3

A small shallow cup, spoon, pipet, or hollow rod used for drawing and sampling wine, spirits, cheese, or other provisions.

Example

"The cellar master wore a silver wine taster suspended on a ribbon around his neck."

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• Nearby Words

tastelessly
tastelessness
tastemaker
taster
tastily
tastiness
tasting

Word Origin & Etymology

Attested in Middle English from the 14th century, formed from the verb 'taste' (from Old French 'taster', meaning to touch, feel, or try) and the agentive suffix '-er'. Historically, it referred specifically to a royal official who sampled a monarch's food and drink to guard against poison.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Taster. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/taster
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