balsamic vinegar

noun

: an aged Italian vinegar made from the must of white grapes

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The area is known for mortadella, balsamic vinegar and gelato as well. Amy Nelson, Twin Cities, 24 Jan. 2026 Those ingredients are tempered with other big hitters like tomatillo, balsamic vinegar, and red jalapeño. Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Jan. 2026 Mushroom, onion, balsamic vinegar, and thyme come together to create a simple main dish that's impressive enough for company. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2026 Try adding mashed avocado and drizzling with balsamic vinegar, or sprinkling with your favorite seasoning. Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 14 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for balsamic vinegar

Word History

Etymology

translation of Italian aceto balsamico, literally, curative vinegar

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of balsamic vinegar was in 1862

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“Balsamic vinegar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balsamic%20vinegar. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.

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