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arborio

/ɑːrˈbɔːr.i.oʊ/
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• noun

1

A variety of short-grain rice originally grown in Italy, distinguished by its high starch content which allows it to absorb large amounts of liquid and yield a creamy texture, traditionally used to prepare risotto.

Example

"The chef slowly ladled hot chicken broth into the pan of arborio, stirring continuously to release its starches and create a rich, velvety risotto."

• Rhymes for arborio

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Named after the town of Arborio in the Po Valley of Italy's Piedmont region, where this specific cultivar was originally grown.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Arborio. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/arborio
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