Garlicky
(adjective)
- Having the strong taste and smell of garlic.
- Having a strong aroma and taste of garlic.
Origin:
20th century: formed with the suffix -y, on the pattern of words such as spicy.
Examples:
- The pasta had a garlicky sauce.
- The dish was prepared with a garlicky marinade.
- He avoided eating garlicky food before important meetings.
- Garlicky bread is a popular appetizer.
- Garlicky flavors are often used in Mediterranean and Asian cuisine.