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organoleptic Definition

organo·lep·tic (ôr′gə nō lep′tik; ôr gan′ō-)

adjective

  1. affecting or involving an organ, esp. a sense organ
  2. responsive to sensory stimuli

Etymology: Fr organoleptique < Gr organon, organ + lēptikos, disposed to accept < lēptos, verbal of lambainein, to seize: see lemma

organoleptic Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • characteristic: To fully enjoy its organoleptic characteristics we suggest a drinking temperature of about 10C.
  • property: Coverage includes olfaction, herbs and spices, botanical medicine, organoleptic properties and molecular visualization of selected flavor materials.
  • assessment: Tea Tasting Technique The professional taster uses all his senses when checking a tea ( this is referred to as organoleptic assessment ).