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palate

/ˈpeɪleɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does palate mean?

noun

The palate is the roof of the mouth, especially the part that contains the taste buds. It can also refer to a person's sense of taste or a discerning and sensitive appreciation of artistic or aesthetic values.

Example

"The chef carefully balanced the flavors to appeal to the diner's palate."

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