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vinegar
/ˈvɪn.ɪ.ɡər/
[/ˈvɪn.ɪ.ɡər/]
sour liquid seasoning
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Definition
Vinegar is a sour liquid made from wine or other alcohol, used in cooking and pickling.
Example
She mixed oil and vinegar with mustard to make a sharp dressing for the salad.
She mixed oil and vinegar with mustard to make a sharp dressing for the salad.
Etymology
From Old French 'vin egre' (sour wine), from Latin 'vinum acre'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for dressings, pickling, and cleaning.