tastemaker

[ teyst-mey-ker ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a person or thing that establishes or strongly influences what is considered to be stylish, acceptable, or worthwhile in a given sphere of interest, as the arts.

tastemaker

/ ˈteɪstˌmeɪkə /

First recorded in 1950–55; taste + maker

Yo La Tengo was one of those bands, eventually signing to tastemaker Matador Records.

In desperation, it was time to turn to Hollywood's idea of the cutting-edge tastemaker, and the call was made to Brett Ratner.

For the ultimate refreshing dessert, look no further than this creation from a Bon Appétit “Tastemaker of the Year.”

April 18, 2024petrichor

[pet-ri-kawr]

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