vinaigrette

noun

vin·​ai·​grette ˌvi-ni-ˈgret How to pronounce vinaigrette (audio)
1
: a sauce made typically of oil, vinegar, and seasonings and used especially on salads, cold meats, or fish

called also vinaigrette dressing

2
: a small ornamental box or bottle with perforated top used for holding an aromatic preparation (such as smelling salts)

Examples of vinaigrette in a Sentence

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Fresh zucchini ribbons get a flavorful upgrade with an olive oil and za'atar seasoning vinaigrette. Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2025 But the salads, like the bracing cabbage salad with coconut vinaigrette, chilis and plenty of fresh herbs, may be the restaurant's sleeper hits. Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025 Evenly distribute the mozzarella on top and then drizzle the vinaigrette over everything. The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2025 The everything-spiced deviled eggs and the arugula panzanella salad with red-wine vinaigrette. Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for vinaigrette

Word History

Etymology

French, from vinaigre vinegar

First Known Use

1811, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of vinaigrette was in 1811

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“Vinaigrette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vinaigrette. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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vinaigrette

noun
vin·​ai·​grette ˌvin-i-ˈgret How to pronounce vinaigrette (audio)
: a sauce made of oil, vinegar, and seasonings and used especially on salads, cold meats, or fish

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