EVOO

abbreviation or noun

chiefly US
: extra-virgin olive oil
Over medium high heat, with enough EVOO to generously cover the bottom of the pan, sauté the eggplant until tender, about 15 or 20 minutes.Bob Leonardi

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In reality, the cost of EVOO reveals little about its quality. Matt Fuchs, TIME, 15 Aug. 2024 Here's What to Know What Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)? EVOO guidelines state that it cannot be treated with chemicals, fruits, or heat over 80°F, and it must be rigorously tested for taste and acidity. Shelli McConnell, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2024 Guests can relax in the wellness zone, the lush garden with its infinity pool, the living room or the library, and enjoy modern cuisine at EVOO restaurant. Celeste Moure, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 July 2024 Slice or quarter and then lightly toss Brussels sprouts in extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), avocado oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 17 Apr. 2024 The California quality standard is known to be among the strictest EVOO quality standards in the world. Jenna Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 6 Mar. 2024 Over 150,000 plants on the grounds produce high-quality extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) using sustainable cultivation and harvesting techniques. Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2024 Signature pizzas will include: The Bianco, made with white sauce, taleggio, pear, hot honey, arugula and EVOO. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2024 The dip can be made with: EVOO Garlic Lemon juice Pepper, cumin, and tahini Sea salt When sliced in half lengthwise, eggplant can be scooped out, combined with additional ingredients, like beans and herbs, and stuffed. Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 20 Nov. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1992, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of EVOO was in 1992

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“EVOO.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/EVOO. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

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