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tastevin

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈtæstəˌvɛn/
  • /ˌtæstəˈvɛn/
  • /-væn/

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noun

Meaning 1

A small, shallow cup or saucer with a reflective surface, traditionally used by winemakers and sommeliers when judging the maturity and taste of a wine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

Borrowed from French tastevin.

Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: tastevin — Translations
  • French: tâte-vin — Translations
  • German: Tastevin — Translations
  • Italian: tastevin — Translations