balsamic vinegar

noun

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

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Add the balsamic vinegar, stir to coat, increase the heat to medium and sauté until the onions are deep golden brown, about 15 minutes. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2026 He’s widely credited with being the first retailer to sell white truffles to the United States in 1969, as well as real balsamic vinegar, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, European olive oils and more. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026 Drizzle it over green salads with balsamic vinegar instead of bottled salad dressings. Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 27 Apr. 2026 Green beans, pearl onions, and balsamic vinegar come together to create this elegant side dish. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 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 10 May. 2026.

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