umaminess

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Etymology

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From umami +‎ -ness.

Noun

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umaminess (uncountable)

  1. (rare) The property of having the umami taste.
    • 2012, Caitlin Stansbury, Heidi Shink, Wineocology: Uncork The Power Of Your Palate With Sensory Secrets From Hollywood's Sommelier[1]:
      Even though savory umaminess is not often acknowledged as a major player in the taste of wine, I consistently find that I am magnetically attracted to wines that show a slight briny, minerally tinge or that exhibit meaty, savory flavors.

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