Dijon mustard

noun

Di·​jon mustard ˈdē-ˌzhän- How to pronounce Dijon mustard (audio)
di-ˈzhän-,
dē-ˈzhōⁿ-
: a prepared mustard made from dark mustard seeds, white wine, and spices

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In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, shallots, Dijon mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 27 Sep. 2025 The salad contains Romaine cabbage, avocado, marinated olives, radish, red onion, cucumbers, pepperoncini, and cashew almond feta, in a dill dressing made from avocado oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, dill, pepper, lemon juice and Fisher’s spicy salt. David Moin, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025 Among the list of ingredients, cremini mushrooms add an earthiness, dry red wine deepens flavor and adds a touch of acidity, Worcestershire sauce boosts the meaty and savory taste, and Dijon mustard adds a touch of tanginess. Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025 Add whole-grain mustard, honey, Dijon mustard, paprika and red pepper and stir to combine. Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Dijon mustard

Word History

Etymology

Dijon, France

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Dijon mustard was in 1938

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“Dijon mustard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Dijon%20mustard. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.

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