What is another word for gustatory organ?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈʌstətəɹˌi ˈɔːɡən] (IPA) 
The gustatory organ is responsible for our sense of taste, but this term can be quite technical. There are a number of synonyms that can be used to describe this important sensory organ. For example, it may be referred to as the taste bud, the taste receptor, or the gustatory receptor. These terms all convey the same basic meaning, but may be more familiar or easier to understand for different readers. Other potential synonyms include the lingual papilla, the taste sensation receptor, or simply the taste organ. No matter which term is chosen, the importance of this organ in our experience of flavor cannot be overstated.
