delectable
pronunciation
How to pronounce delectable in British English:
UK [dɪˈlektəbl]
How to pronounce delectable in American English:
US [dɪˈlektəbl]
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- Adjective:
- extremely pleasing to the sense of taste
- capable of arousing desire
Word Origin
- delectable (adj.)
- late 14c., from Old French delectable, from Latin delectabilis "delightful," from delectare (see delight (n.)). Related: Delectably.
Example
- 1. The delectable pairing of bread and soup
- 2. But the most unforgettable thing for me when I visited was the delectable tuscan scent of truffle oil and vino nobile , montepulciano 's famous wine , in the air .
- 3. Opt for the delectable soup , which is full of duck flavour with preserved mustard greens and bits of chinese celery .
- 4. Without being able to respond to colors or other visual signals to figure out where to go , the seedling was still able to grow towards the scent of the delectable meal .
- 5. As you raise your glass to this year 's laureates , why not toast one of chemistry 's most delectable discoveries .