gnocchi

plural noun

gnoc·​chi ˈnȯ-kē  ˈnyȯ- 

ˈnä-

: dumplings usually made with potato or semolina and served with sauce

Examples of gnocchi in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The brioche French toast, Parisian gnocchi, and anything baked by the Mirbeau Beacon’s pastry maestro, Meggan. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

This guide offers both traditional and innovative recipes, perfect for fans of farfalle, gnocchi enthusiasts, or noodle soup lovers. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026

This one-pan gnocchi dish is loaded with Italian sausage, butternut squash, spinach, and cheese. — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 2 July 2026

The birregurra martini at Brae Restaurant; the capricciosa pizza at University City; and Moroccan gnocchi at Malin in Melbourne. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, plural of gnocco, from Italian dialect (Veneto), probably of Germanic origin; akin to Middle High German knöchel knuckle, knoche bone — more at knuckle

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for gnocchi

• cloche
• loci
• pokey
• smokey
• smoky
• karaoke