umami

Meaning

Noun

  • One of the five basic tastes, the savory taste of foods such as seaweed, cured fish, aged cheeses and meats.

Origin

  • From Japanese 旨味, うまみ, from 旨い, which describes the quality of a pleasant, savory taste.

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