taster
3 synonyms for taster, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person whose job is to sample food or drink to judge its quality, or to check it isn't poisoned before it reaches someone important.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use taster
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
professional taster
taster session
wine taster
Etymology
From Middle English taster, simply taste plus the agent suffix -er — "one who tastes."
Full origin of taster →Frequently asked questions
What does “taster” mean?
The word “taster” means a person whose job is to sample food or drink to judge its quality, or to check it isn't poisoned before it reaches someone important. In plain terms, someone (or something) that samples food, drink, or an experience before it's given to others.
How do you pronounce “taster”?
“Taster” is pronounced tayst (/teɪstɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “taster” in a sentence?
Here is “taster” used in a sentence: “The winery hired a professional taster to grade each new vintage.”
What part of speech is “taster”?
“Taster” is a noun.
Where does the word “taster” come from?
The word “taster” comes from Middle English. From Middle English taster, simply taste plus the agent suffix -er — "one who tastes.".
How many meanings does “taster” have?
“Taster” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person whose job is to sample food or drink to judge its quality, or to check it isn't poisoned before it reaches someone important.
