balsamic vinegar

noun

: an aged Italian vinegar made from the must of white grapes

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Whisk in the balsamic vinegar and continue heating. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024 Stir in 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; cook, stirring often, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2024 Green bean casserole made with a creamy sauce: Omit the cream and roast or steam green beans with olive oil, garlic, and a sprinkle of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar. Johna Burdeos, Health, 17 Dec. 2024 Its 'typical' hamper is brimming with rustic goodies including a jar of rich, spicy tomato sauce, fennel sausages, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar and a generous hunk of 12-month-aged pecorino. Irenie Forshaw, The Week Uk, theweek, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for balsamic vinegar 

Word History

Etymology

translation of Italian aceto balsamico, literally, curative vinegar

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of balsamic vinegar was in 1862

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“Balsamic vinegar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balsamic%20vinegar. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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