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English word origin

Etymology of gusto

Borrowed from Italian gusto, from Latin gustus (“taste”). Doublet of cost (see Etymology 3 there).

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Unnumbered source etymology

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noun

Enthusiasm; enjoyment, vigor. · An individual's fondness or liking of a particular flavor. · The style in which a work is done, its artistic style, and occasionally, the prevailing style in matters of taste. · Aesthetic appreciation.

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Borrowed from Italian gusto, from Latin gustus (“taste”). Doublet of cost (see Etymology 3 there).

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  • Root classification mention*ǵews-ine-pro
  • Borrowed-form mentiongustoit
  • Derivation mentiongustusla
  • Doublet mentioncosten

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