aioli

noun

ai·​o·​li (ˌ)ī-ˈō-lē How to pronounce aioli (audio)
(ˌ)ā-
: a mayonnaise flavored with garlic and sometimes other ingredients (such as red pepper)

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While ranch and blue cheese are classics, honey mustard pairs surprisingly well with Garlic Parm, and a citrus-forward aioli can boost the brightness of Lemon Pepper. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2025 The tuna brings richness, the heirloom tomatoes and pickled onion add brightness, and the lemon aioli ties it all together. Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025 The smashburger on potato roll with fries and aioli was solid. Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 12 Aug. 2025 Lobster Roll Slider with lemon aioli and Tarragon. Endia Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 6 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for aioli

Word History

Etymology

Occitan, from ai garlic + oli oil

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of aioli was in 1846

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“Aioli.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aioli. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.

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