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vinegar

noun
vin·​e·​gar | \ ˈvi-ni-gər How to pronounce vinegar (audio) \

Definition of vinegar

1 : a sour liquid obtained by fermentation of dilute alcoholic liquids and used as a condiment or preservative
2 : ill humor : sourness
3 : vim
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Examples of vinegar in a Sentence

glad to see his old friend was still full of vinegar after so many years

Recent Examples on the Web

 Pour white vinegar in the bottom of the pan and soak for 30 minutes or longer, then scrub and rinse. 2. — Heloise, Washington Post, "Hints From Heloise: For cooking veggies, remember how they grow," 14 Aug. 2019 Combine blackberries, water, white wine vinegar, and sugar in a small saucepan; simmer, mashing occasionally, until liquid is reduced to about 2 Tbsp. — Taylor Murray, Country Living, "Blackberry-Glazed Chicken," 5 Aug. 2019 Pickled Red Onions: Combine 1 cup white distilled vinegar, 2 cups water, 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon sugar in a small saucepan. — Rebecca White, Dallas News, "The tea sandwich has returned, and it's modern and creative," 16 July 2019 Makes about 1 cup 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup ketchup 2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish 2 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar1 teaspoon pepper Whisk all ingredients together in bowl. — Chris Ross, San Diego Union-Tribune, "Skillet-cooked turkey burger has West Coast vibe," 16 July 2019 If the stain remains, spot clean with white vinegar using a toothbrush or any fine brush. — Irene Hwang, Seventeen, "How to Clean Suede Shoes Like a Fashion Pro," 13 May 2019 In a spray bottle, place the pineapple juice, vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. — Sue Selasky, Detroit Free Press, "Ribs: 5 sure-fire tips for grilling perfect ribs," 30 June 2019 Meanwhile, in bowl, whisk together lime juice, vinegar, brown sugar, pepper flakes, remaining 3 tablespoons oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Tangy Charred Coleslaw," 29 May 2019 Remove skillet from heat and toss with orange juice, vinegar, and sesame oil, then sesame seeds and orange zest. — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, "Three-Bean Salad," 20 May 2019

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First Known Use of vinegar

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for vinegar

Middle English vinegre, from Anglo-French vin egre, from vin wine (from Latin vinum) + egre keen, sour — more at eager

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vinegar

noun
How to pronounce vinegar (audio)

English Language Learners Definition of vinegar

: a sour liquid that is used to flavor or preserve foods or to clean things

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vinegar

noun
vin·​e·​gar | \ ˈvi-ni-gər How to pronounce vinegar (audio) \

Kids Definition of vinegar

: a sour liquid made from cider, wine, or malt and used to flavor or preserve foods

vinegar

noun
vin·​e·​gar | \ ˈvin-i-gər How to pronounce vinegar (audio) \

Medical Definition of vinegar

1 : a sour liquid used as a condiment or a preservative that is obtained by acetic fermentation of dilute alcoholic liquids (as fermented cider, malt beer, or wine) or of dilute distilled alcohol
2 : a pharmaceutical solution of the active principles of drugs in dilute acetic acid usually prepared by maceration aromatic vinegar

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