sourish

adjective

Definition of sourishnext
as in acidic
causing or characterized by the one of the four basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids real French Chablis is going to taste sourish to someone who's had only the jug wine marketed under that name

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  1. acidic
  2. acid
  3. sour
Adjective
  • Conditions Triggered by Acidic Food Several conditions can be triggered by acidic foods.
    Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Other helpful adaptations include a featherless head to stay clean during feeding and a highly acidic digestive system to kill harmful bacteria.
    Ramon Padilla, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024
Definition of acidic
Adjective
  • Fluoride also replaces minerals lost from teeth due to acid breakdown, according to the agency.
    Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Magnesium interferes with bisphosphonates used for osteoporosis, antibiotics, diuretics, and proton pump inhibitors used for acid reflux.8 Potassium: The kidneys regulate potassium levels.
    Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of acid
Adjective
  • Your bag should include something with strong tastes like sour, bitter, or salty to stimulate the vagus nerve at the back of the tongue, which may help promote a calming effect.
    Nicole Cain, Harvard Business Review, 23 Oct. 2024
  • The gist: Slightly sour juicy fruit soaks into a batter of heavy butter, sugar and eggs, creating a sturdy dessert.
    Monica Eng, Axios, 13 Oct. 2024
Definition of sour
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souring

sourish

sourly

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