balsamic

adjective

bal·​sam·​ic bȯl-ˈsa-mik How to pronounce balsamic (audio) -ˈsä- How to pronounce balsamic (audio)
1
: of, relating to, yielding, or containing balsam
2
: made with balsamic vinegar
a balsamic vinaigrette

Examples of balsamic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Add the remaining 5 tablespoons of olive oil along with the balsamic, orange zest and nutmeg. Sami Sparber, Axios, 7 Sep. 2024 Moss contributes an earthy, green note that grounds the scent, while benzoin offers a sweet, balsamic richness. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 26 July 2024 Mix-ins: When assembling the ice cream, layer in a drizzle of a balsamic reduction, lemon curd, or a swirl of jam for an even more fruit-forward flavor. Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 10 June 2024 Look for balsamic glaze/reduction next to the regular balsamic vinegar at the grocery store. Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 9 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for balsamic 

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Word History

First Known Use

1676, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of balsamic was in 1676

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“Balsamic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balsamic. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

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