1. a distinctive taste or smell
Usage: British spelling
2. a quality that makes something interesting or enjoyable
Usage: British spelling

1. to taste or smell something with pleasure
Usage: British spelling
2. to enjoy something completely, especially for a long time
Usage: British spelling

Examples

• The soup had a rich, meaty savour.
• The old house retained the savour of a bygone era.
• She savoured the chocolate slowly.
• He savoured every moment of his victory.
• The wine had lost its savour after being open too long.
• They savoured the peaceful evening together.
• The dish lacked the savour of authentic Italian cooking.