Applesauce: meaning, definitions and examples
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applesauce
[ ˈæp.əl.sɔːs ]
food preparation
Applesauce is a sauce made by cooking and puréeing apples. It can be served as a side dish, used in recipes as a sweetener or moisture, and is often enjoyed by children. Applesauce can be smooth or chunky, and it may contain additional spices or ingredients for flavor.
Synonyms
apple puree, apple sauce.
Examples of usage
- She served applesauce with the pork chops.
- I used applesauce instead of oil in my cake recipe.
- Homemade applesauce is healthier than store-bought.
- Applesauce is often used in baby food.
Translations
Translations of the word "applesauce" in other languages:
🇵🇹 molho de maçã
🇮🇳 सेब की चटनी
🇩🇪 Apfelmus
🇮🇩 saus apel
🇺🇦 яблучне пюре
🇵🇱 mus jabłkowy
🇯🇵 アップルソース
🇫🇷 compote de pommes
🇪🇸 puré de manzana
🇹🇷 elma sosu
🇰🇷 사과 소스
🇸🇦 صلصة التفاح
🇨🇿 jablečný mošt
🇸🇰 jablková omáčka
🇨🇳 苹果酱
🇸🇮 jabolčna omaka
🇮🇸 eplasósa
🇰🇿 алма тұздығы
🇬🇪 ვაშლის სოუსი
🇦🇿 alma sousu
🇲🇽 puré de manzana
Etymology
The word 'applesauce' is of American origin, first appearing in print in the late 19th century. It combines 'apple,' which derives from Old English 'aeppel' and has Germanic roots, with 'sauce,' which comes from the Latin 'salsus,' meaning salted or seasoned. The use of applesauce became more common with the advent of industrialized food production in the United States, particularly in the 20th century. Initially, applesauce was made at home, but it quickly became a staple in grocery stores, benefiting from the popularity of canned food. The dish became associated with childhood, often served as a healthy snack or a side dish accompanying meat. Over time, various flavors and types of applesauce emerged, catering to changing tastes and dietary needs.