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Meaning of taste buds
The primary meaning of "taste buds" refers to small sensory organs on the tongue and elsewhere in the mouth that enable the sense of taste.
Etymology of taste buds
The term "taste bud" originated in the late 19th century, derived from the words "taste" (from Old French "tast", from Latin "gustus") and "bud" (from Old English "dūd", related to "dūdan", to swell)
Historically, the concept of taste buds has been recognized since ancient times, with early descriptions of the tongue's role in tasting and smelling food
Synonyms
papillae
sensory receptors
flavor detectors
gustatory receptors
sensory cells
flavor sensors
taste receptors
taste organs
gustatory organs
sensory organs
flavor organs
mouth receptors
tongue receptors
palate receptors
pharynx receptors
epiglottis receptors
larynx receptors
sensory nerve endings
taste nerve endings
flavor nerve endings
Definitions
- Small projections on the tongue and elsewhere in the mouth that contain specialized sensory cells responsible for the sense of taste
- * Small bulb-like structures that contain taste receptors, which are sensitive to different flavors and textures
Usage Examples
- The chef's use of spices and herbs was designed to stimulate the taste buds of her guests
- * The taste buds on my tongue were damaged after the accident, affecting my sense of taste
Antonyms
insensitivity
numbness
unresponsiveness
indifference
apathy
dullness
lack of sensation
unfeelingness
impassiveness
inertness
inactivity
insensibility
unperceptiveness
obtuseness
bluntness
coarseness
clumsiness