Mintier: meaning, definitions and examples
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mintier
[ ˈmɪntiər ]
taste, smell
Mintier is a comparative form of the adjective 'minty', which describes a flavor or aroma reminiscent of mint. When something is described as mintier, it means it has a more pronounced mint flavor or smell compared to something else. The term is commonly used in culinary contexts, such as describing food or beverages that have a strong mint influence. Additionally, it can be used in contexts like personal care products, where mint scents are often sought for their refreshing and invigorating qualities.
Synonyms
more minty, sharper mint, stronger mint
Examples of usage
- This gum is mintier than the last one I tried.
- I prefer a mintier tea with a fresher taste.
- The mintier the ice cream, the more refreshing it feels on a hot day.
Translations
Translations of the word "mintier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais mentolado
🇮🇳 ज़्यादा पुदीना
🇩🇪 minziger
🇮🇩 lebih mint
🇺🇦 більш м'ятний
🇵🇱 bardziej miętowy
🇯🇵 よりミントの
🇫🇷 plus mentholé
🇪🇸 más mentolado
🇹🇷 daha nane gibi
🇰🇷 더 민트한
🇸🇦 أكثر نعناعًا
🇨🇿 více mátový
🇸🇰 viac mätový
🇨🇳 更薄荷的
🇸🇮 bolj metin
🇮🇸 meira myntu
🇰🇿 көп жалбызды
🇬🇪 მეტი პიტნის
🇦🇿 daha nanəli
🇲🇽 más mentolado
Etymology
The word 'minty' is derived from 'mint', which itself comes from the Latin 'mentha', a plant in the Lamiaceae family known for its aromatic leaves. The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe flavors or scents associated with the mint plant. The comparative form 'mintier' follows the standard English pattern for forming comparatives by adding the suffix '-ier' to adjectives. The popularity of mint flavors in cooking, confections, and oral hygiene products has led to an increased use of the term, particularly as a descriptor for intensity. The culinary and cosmetic industries frequently utilize the term to indicate freshness and enhancing properties of mint. As a result, words like 'mintier' not only describe taste but also evoke sensory experiences associated with freshness and invigoration.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,790, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.