mayonnaise

noun

may·​on·​naise ˈmā-ə-ˌnāz 

ˌmā-ə-ˈnāz, 

ˈma-ˌnāz, 

ˈmā-ˌnāz

: a mixture made chiefly of egg yolks, oil, and vinegar or lemon juice and used especially as a dressing, condiment, or ingredient

Examples of mayonnaise in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That is then mixed with mayonnaise and other vegetables and seasonings, such as celery, pepper, or scallions. — Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2026

Potato Salad Since potato salads can be weighed down by mayonnaise, adding a little sauerkraut to the mix will bring a zip of briny flavor and crunch. — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 23 Sep. 2026

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, remaining 2 teaspoons seasoning mix and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 21 Sep. 2026

There are vegan options here, but the place is known for grinding their own ground beef on the daily and making their own mayonnaise. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing mayonnaise

• egg mayonnaise
• tuna mayonnaise

Rhymes for mayonnaise

• aldolase
• alleyways
• amylase
• anaphase
• anhydrase
• anyways
• arginase
• cabarets
• carriageways
• castaways
• catalase
• cellulase

Kids Definition

mayonnaise

noun

may·​on·​naise ˈmā-ə-ˌnāz 

ˌmā-ə-ˈnāz

: a dressing consisting chiefly of egg yolk, vegetable oil, and vinegar or lemon juice