orzo

noun

or·​zo ˈȯrd-(ˌ)zō How to pronounce orzo (audio)
: rice-shaped pasta

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Add lemon herb orzo, garlic bacon Brussels sprouts or split pea soup in half-pint or pint sizes. Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026 Storing Leftovers Refrigerate leftover orzo salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026 Shrimp and orzo join the party with deliciously tangy dressing. Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 22 May 2026 Remove the foil and give the orzo another good stir, then bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes more, until the orzo is tender and creamy. Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for orzo

Word History

Etymology

Italian, literally, barley, from Latin hordeum — more at orgeat

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of orzo was in 1917

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“Orzo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orzo. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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