balsamic

adjective

bal·​sam·​ic bȯl-ˈsa-mik How to pronounce balsamic (audio) -ˈsä- How to pronounce balsamic (audio)
1
: of, relating to, yielding, or containing balsam
2
: made with balsamic vinegar
a balsamic vinaigrette

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Densely layered and complex aromas of maple syrup, golden syrup, marshmallows, balsamic and tropical citrics. Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025 The Trader Joe’s balsamic rosemary steak tips are a must-try. Sam Settleman, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025 Sawdust, wet granite, red cherry and balsamic aromas. Tom Mullen, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025 The meat sits on a sauce of anchovies, capers, and parsley, and is topped with balsamic mayonnaise—resulting in a bite-size compendium of regional ingredients. Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for balsamic

Word History

First Known Use

1676, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of balsamic was in 1676

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“Balsamic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balsamic. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

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