balsamic vinegar

noun

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

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In a medium bowl, stir together tomatoes, shallot, 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and crushed red pepper (if using). Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025 Whisk in the balsamic vinegar and continue heating. Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025 Drizzle it over green salads with balsamic vinegar instead of bottled salad dressings. Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 15 Dec. 2025 Add balsamic vinegars, pomegranate molasses, ¼ cup of the oil and ½ teaspoon of the salt to food processor; process until smooth and combined, about 15 seconds. Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 14 Nov. 2025 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 Dec. 2025.

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