: the roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate, soft palate
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a
: a usually intellectual taste or liking
too ornate for my palate
… I heard a little too much preaching … and lost my palate for it. George Eliot
b
: the sense of taste
serves Korean food adapted for the American palate
Example Sentences
The restaurant serves Korean food adapted for the American palate. She's been working hard on a menu that will please the palates of all her guests.
Recent Examples on the WebThe signatures draw from multiple Asian cuisines except reconfigured to the Asian American palate — in that incredibly Oakland way. Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 6 Sep. 2022 In this case, there’s a base of espadin which is complemented by tobala and cupreata varieties, a combination that is supposed to bring different flavors to the palate. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2022 Seductive anise notes on the nose are carried through to the palate. Lana Bortolot, Forbes, 29 June 2022 Huitlacoche, baby carrots, butternut squash, asparagus, cherry tomato and corn contribute pops of colorful lightness pleasing to the palate as well as the eye. Joanna O'leary, Chron, 21 July 2021 Adding a portion to this blend gives an extra-refreshing bite to the palate and shores up the wine’s acidity.Washington Post, 9 July 2021 Candy lovers of all ages will also appreciate the nostalgia-inducing Robin's Candy, a shop stocked with a curated collection of sweets to suit every palate. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2022 Several food trucks offered satisfaction for any palate, and the event also coincided with the Glastonbury Farmers Market, bringing in even more vendors. Steve Smith, Hartford Courant, 28 July 2022 This popcorn seasoning variety pack has a flavor for every palate, including white cheddar, buttery caramel and sizzling sriracha. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 28 July 2022 See More