matzo ball

noun

: a small ball-shaped dumpling made from matzo meal

Examples of matzo ball in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Those attending can vote for the best chicken noodle soup, best matzo ball soup, and best contemporary chicken soup. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 2 Feb. 2024 Aromas of her paprika-spiced potatoes and matzo ball soup greeted Ms. Ames at the front door. Sarah Matusek, The Christian Science Monitor, 3 July 2024 Babkas, lox bagels and matzo ball soup are among fan favorites at this pop-up-turned-permanent fixture of Knoxville’s dining scene. Usa Today Network, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2024 As for the menu, favorites will still be available at the new restaurant, while new offerings include an egg roll trio (cheeseburger, Cuban sandwich and pepperoni pizza); mushroom and goat cheese croquettes with fig jam; Swedish meatballs and matzo ball soup, which will be available daily. Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 6 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for matzo ball 

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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 4 Oct. 2024.

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