matzo ball

noun

: a small ball-shaped dumpling made from matzo meal

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This Jewish deli does far more than pastrami, with a full deli counter and dine-in menu—there are frankfurters with saurkraut and other pickled things, knishes and latkes, matzo ball soup, and even gefilte fish—but the sky-high sandwiches are the reason to take the train alllll the way uptown. Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026 Guests dined on a menu inspired by a collection of the couple's family history and memories, including a dim sum cocktail hour, and matzo ball soup, which was a mix of the couple’s grandmothers’ recipe. Emily Strohm, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026 With fan-favorite sticky wings, matzo ball soup, soft serve, tasting menus and an opening incarnation as a casual deli, Yangban (formerly Yangban Society) lived multiple lives in its two-year run. Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2025 Plus, Max’s fluffy eggs and Helen’s matzo ball soup will be listed to honor his parents. Emily Longeretta, Variety, 18 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for matzo ball

Word History

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of matzo ball was in 1902

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“Matzo ball.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matzo%20ball. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.

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