haut gout

See also: Hautgout

English

French haut goût, from haut (“high”), goût (“taste”).

haut gout (uncountable)

(archaic) A slight taint of decay, particularly in wild game meat, that used to be considered desirable; approximately, gaminess.
(dated) A strong, desirable flavor to be relished; piquancy.

slight taint of decay in wild game meat

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