extra-virgin

adjective

ex·​tra-vir·​gin ˈek-strə-ˈvər-jən 

: being a virgin olive oil that is lowest in acidity and highest in quality

Examples of extra-virgin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Heat ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high. — Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 July 2026

The Mediterranean diet is naturally rich in anti-inflammatory nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids from fish and antioxidants called polyphenols found in extra-virgin olive oil. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026

Similar to traditional Italian dumplings made with mashed potato, this version uses about 75 percent cauliflower, along with cassava flour, potato starch, extra-virgin olive oil, and sea salt. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 19 June 2026

Inspired, Starbucks eventually discovered Partanna®, a Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil brand that has crafted premium extra-virgin olive oil for more than 100 years. — Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for extra-virgin

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