savor
/ˈseɪvər/verb★Intermediate
informal
To enjoy something completely, especially food or a moment, by paying full attention to its qualities.
After a long day, he savored the quiet of his home.
He enjoyed the peacefulness of his home after a busy day.
She savored every word of the novel, not wanting it to end.
She enjoyed reading the novel so much that she didn't want it to finish.
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Often used with food, drinks, or moments of relaxation.
Collocations
savor the momentenjoy a special moment fullysavor the flavorenjoy the taste of something
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Related Phrases
savor the momentphrase
enjoy a special moment fully
💡Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'savor' when you want to emphasize enjoying something slowly and fully.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'savouren', from Old French 'savourer', from Latin 'sapore' (taste).
📝Usage Notes
Often used with food or drinks, but can also apply to experiences or moments.
Word Breakdown
savor
to taste or enjoy fully
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