balsamic vinegar

noun

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

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In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining oil, the balsamic vinegar, honey, water, garlic, a pinch of salt and a generous grind of black pepper. Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 8 Apr. 2025 In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, garlic, lime juice, honey, salt, balsamic vinegar, olive oil and ¼ cup (60 ml) water. Peter Burke, Fox News, 9 Mar. 2025 Get the Recipe 03 of 12 Fig Flatbread Fresh figs, arugula, onion, and balsamic vinegar complement the goat cheese fabulously in this fig flatbread. Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025 Readers also loved this weeknight-friendly Chicken and Mushroom Stir-Fry, spiked with an unexpected addition: balsamic vinegar. Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appétit, 28 Feb. 2025 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 Apr. 2025.

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