flavouring
Translation
flavoring, seasoning, additive
Examples
Add a little vanilla flavouring to the cake mix.
Add a little vanilla flavoring to the cake mix.
This yogurt contains only natural flavourings.
This yogurt contains only natural flavorings.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) a substance used to give a particular flavor to food or drink. This drink has an artificial strawberry flavoring.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seasoning, essence, additive
Etymology
From 'flavor' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ing'. 'Flavor' itself comes from Old French 'flaor' (smell, odor).
Memory Tips
Think of 'flavoring' as the substance that *gives* flavor to food.