Ragout: meaning, definitions and examples

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ragout

[ ræˈɡuː ]

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french cuisine

A highly seasoned stew of meat and vegetables.

Synonyms

casserole, hotpot, stew

Examples of usage

Would you like to try the beef ragout?
She cooked a delicious chicken ragout for dinner.

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general

A mixture or assortment; a medley.

Synonyms

assortment, medley, mixture

Examples of usage

The party was a ragout of different cultures and traditions.
Her outfit was a ragout of colors and patterns.

Translations

Translations of the word "ragout" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ensopado

🇮🇳 रगू

🇩🇪 Ragout

🇮🇩 ragout

🇺🇦 рагу

🇵🇱 gulasz

🇯🇵 ラグー

🇫🇷 ragoût

🇪🇸 ragú

🇹🇷 ragout

🇰🇷 라구

🇸🇦 يخنة

🇨🇿 ragú

🇸🇰 ragú

🇨🇳 炖菜

🇸🇮 ragu

🇮🇸 ragout

🇰🇿 рагу

🇬🇪 რაგუ

🇦🇿 raqu

🇲🇽 ragú

Word origin

The word 'ragout' originated from the French word 'ragoûter', which means 'to revive the taste'. It entered the English language in the early 17th century, primarily used in the context of highly seasoned stews. Over time, the meaning expanded to include a mixture or assortment of different elements. 'Ragout' continues to be associated with rich and flavorful dishes, both in culinary and figurative contexts.