Palate ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Palate ( noun )

1. The roof of the mouth, separating the oral and nasal cavities.
2. The sense of taste or ability to appreciate flavors.
3. A person's taste or preference.

Origin:

From old french palat, from latin palatum, from palatum, neuter of palatus, past participle of palare "to be flat, to be wide", from palus "stake".

Examples:

1. The wine had a fruity aroma that pleased the palate.
2. The spicy food was too hot for her palate.
3. He has a sophisticated palate when it comes to wine.
4. She has a very delicate palate and can detect subtle flavors.
5. The chef's palate was his most valuable tool in creating new dishes.

(As a verb)

Palate ( verb )

1. The roof of the mouth, separating the oral and nasal cavities.
2. The sense of taste or ability to appreciate flavors.
3. A person's taste or preference.

Origin:

From old french palat, from latin palatum, from palatum, neuter of palatus, past participle of palare "to be flat, to be wide", from palus "stake".

Examples:

1. The wine had a fruity aroma that pleased the palate.
2. The spicy food was too hot for her palate.
3. He has a sophisticated palate when it comes to wine.
4. She has a very delicate palate and can detect subtle flavors.
5. The chef's palate was his most valuable tool in creating new dishes.