Slaw: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฅ
slaw
[ slษห ]
food dish
Slaw, commonly known as coleslaw, is a salad made primarily from finely shredded raw cabbage and dressed most commonly with a vinaigrette or mayonnaise. It often includes other ingredients such as carrots, onions, and other vegetables. Slaw can be served as a side dish, a topping for sandwiches, or as part of various dishes, including barbecued meats. It is popular in American cuisine and is often associated with summer cookouts and picnics.
Synonyms
cabbage salad, coleslaw.
Examples of usage
- I made a delicious slaw to go with the barbecue.
- The restaurant serves a tangy vinegar-based slaw.
- She topped her pulled pork sandwich with creamy slaw.
Translations
Translations of the word "slaw" in other languages:
๐ต๐น slaw
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคฒเคพเคฆ
๐ฉ๐ช Slaw
๐ฎ๐ฉ salad
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฐะปะฐั
๐ต๐ฑ saลatka
๐ฏ๐ต ในใญใผ
๐ซ๐ท salade
๐ช๐ธ ensalada
๐น๐ท salata
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฌ๋ก์ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณูุทุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ salรกt
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกalรกt
๐จ๐ณ ๆฒๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ solata
๐ฎ๐ธ salat
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะปะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ salat
๐ฒ๐ฝ ensalada
Etymology
The term 'slaw' originates from the Dutch word 'koolsla', which means 'cabbage salad'. The word came to the English language in the early 18th century. Over time, it has evolved and is commonly associated with a variety of salads made from cabbage and other vegetables. The dish has strong roots in European culinary traditions, especially in regions where cabbage was a staple ingredient. Its popularity grew in the United States during the 19th century, often served at gatherings and barbecues. Today, slaw has numerous variations, reflecting local tastes and ingredients, and has become a beloved side dish in many cuisines.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #34,820 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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