aioli

noun

ai·​o·​li (ˌ)ī-ˈō-lē 

(ˌ)ā-

: a mayonnaise flavored with garlic and sometimes other ingredients (such as red pepper)

Examples of aioli in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Serve as a chic appetizer or party snack paired with aioli or whatever dipping sauce your heart desires—or, in true French fashion, alongside a hearty steak or roast chicken as an impressive side. — Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2026

It’s served with their signature cilantro aioli, creating the perfect balance of creamy yuca, crispy smoky bacon, and tangy sauce. — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Burgers are laced with ancho chiles and served with lime aioli. — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 25 Aug. 2026

Garlic butter and an aioli softly smoky with chintextle chile gild the situation. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Occitan, from ai garlic + oli oil

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for aioli

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• unholy
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