al dente
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.al den·te
adjective \äl-ˈden-(ˌ)tā, al-\Definition of AL DENTE
: cooked just enough to retain a somewhat firm texture
— al dente adverb
See Origin of AL DENTE
Italian; literally, to the tooth
First Known Use: 1920
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