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Definition of: savor
(sā′vər) noun
1. That quality of a thing that affects the taste and smell, or both; flavor; odor.
2. Specific or characteristic quality or approach to a quality; flavor.
3. Relish; zest: The conversation had savor.
4. Archaic Character; reputation.
—v.i.
1. To have savor; taste or smell: with of.
2. To have a specified savor or character: with of.
—v.t.
3. To give flavor to; season.
4. To taste or enjoy with pleasure; relish.
5. To have the savor or character of. Also Brit. sa′vour. [<OF savour <L sapor taste <sapere taste, know]
—sa′vor·er noun
—sa′vor·ous adjective Synonyms (noun): flavor, fragrance, odor, relish, scent, smell, taste. See SMELL
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