prosciutto

noun

pro·​sciut·​to prō-ˈshü-(ˌ)tō 

plural prosciutti prō-ˈshü-(ˌ)tē  or prosciuttos

: dry-cured salted Italian ham usually sliced thin

Examples of prosciutto in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Crispy sautéed prosciutto adds a savory, salty crunch, while Parmesan cheese and Alfredo sauce add a rich, creamy texture. —Brennan Long, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026

Acquario Pizza’s introductory menu offers a choice of 10 pizzas with toppings such as soppressata, prosciutto cotto, Calabrian chili peppers and cup-and-char pepperoni. —Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026

Sometimes pâté is involved, prosciutto can also be wrapped around the duxelles, and a generous portion of mustard has been known to join the party. —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026

The specials ranged from $9 for a margherita pizza to $14 for one topped with prosciutto and gobs of burrata cheese, pictured above. —Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 27 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, alteration of presciutto, from pre- (from Latin prae- pre-) + asciutto dried out, from Latin exsuctus, from past participle of exsugere to suck out, from ex- + sugere to suck — more at suck

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for prosciutto

• basuto
• pluto