degustation

noun

de·​gus·​ta·​tion ˌdē-ˌgə-ˈstā-shən 

: the action or an instance of tasting especially in a series of small portions

degust

di-ˈgəst 

dē-

transitive verb

Examples of degustation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Yiaga’s degustation menu is distinctly Australian—meaning, inventive and collaborative. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026

The nine-course degustation was entirely vegetarian, with many ingredients grown on-site; the property doesn’t serve meat. —Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026

Manfredi’s – an Italian restaurant — and The Chefs Table – a degustation tasting menu with wine pairings – are also available, and do not cost extra. —Debbi Kickham, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025

Julius Baer ranks 25 cities by analyzing the cost of private school fees, residential property, cars, degustation dinners, and other luxuries in each destination. —India Brown, Robb Report, 15 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

French dégustation, from Latin degustation-, degustatio, from degustare to taste, from de- + gustare to taste — more at choose

First Known Use

circa 1656, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for degustation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Medical Definition

degustation

noun

de·​gus·​ta·​tion ˌdē-ˌgəs-ˈtā-shən, di- 

: the action or an instance of tasting or savoring

degust

di-ˈgəst 

transitive verb