Vinegar: meaning, definitions and examples
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vinegar
[ หvษชnษชษกษr ]
cooking ingredient
Vinegar is a sour liquid produced through the fermentation of ethanol by acetic acid bacteria. It is commonly used in cooking, preserving food, and in salad dressings. Different types of vinegar, like balsamic and apple cider, have distinct flavors that can enhance dishes.
Synonyms
acetic acid, sour wine.
Examples of usage
- I used apple cider vinegar in my salad dressing.
- The recipe called for balsamic vinegar.
- Adding vinegar can enhance the flavor of the dish.
- She loves to marinate chicken in vinegar.
Translations
Translations of the word "vinegar" in other languages:
๐ต๐น vinagre
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคฟเคฐเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Essig
๐ฎ๐ฉ cuka
๐บ๐ฆ ะพัะตั
๐ต๐ฑ ocet
๐ฏ๐ต ้ ข
๐ซ๐ท vinaigre
๐ช๐ธ vinagre
๐น๐ท sirke
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฎู
๐จ๐ฟ ocet
๐ธ๐ฐ ocot
๐จ๐ณ ้
๐ธ๐ฎ kisa
๐ฎ๐ธ edik
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััะบะต
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแแซแแแ แแก แซแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sirkษ
๐ฒ๐ฝ vinagre
Etymology
The word 'vinegar' originates from the Old French term 'vรฎngre', which is derived from the Latin 'vinum', meaning 'wine', and 'acer', meaning 'sour'. Historically, vinegar has been used since ancient times, with the earliest references appearing in recipes and records from Mesopotamia and Egypt. It was utilized not just for culinary purposes but also in medicine and as a preservative. As societies evolved, the production methods of vinegar diversified, leading to various types including wine vinegar, rice vinegar, and cider vinegar. With its long-standing presence in human culture, vinegar became a staple in kitchens around the world, valued for both its flavor and its preservative qualities.
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