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Definition of caprese

caprese

/kəˈpreɪzeɪ/
ca · pre · se
Plural:capreses
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• adjective

1

Prepared in the culinary style of the Italian island of Capri, typically featuring sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, sweet basil, and olive oil.

Example

"She ordered a toasted caprese panini drizzled with aged balsamic glaze for lunch."

• noun

1

A traditional Italian salad consisting of sliced fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and sweet basil leaves, seasoned with salt and olive oil.

Example

"For the appetizer course, the chef served a classic caprese made with heirloom tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella."

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• Rhymes for caprese

• Nearby Words

capoeira
capper
cappuccino
caprese
capri
caprice
capricious

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Italian 'caprese', meaning 'of or from the island of Capri', from the dish 'insalata caprese' ('salad in the style of Capri'), whose red, white, and green ingredients mirror the colors of the Italian flag.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Caprese. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/caprese
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