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Definition of margherita

margherita

/ˌmɑːrɡəˈriːtə/
mar · ghe · ri · ta
Plural:margheritas
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margherita Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A classic Neapolitan pizza made with a thin crust topped with crushed tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves, and olive oil.

Example

"We ordered a classic wood-fired margherita and a mixed green salad for dinner."

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• adjective

1

Prepared in the style of a classic Neapolitan pizza, typically topped or garnished with crushed tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves.

Example

"The bakery sells warm margherita flatbreads drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil."

Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'margherita' (the classic Neapolitan pizza) with 'margarita' (the tequila-based cocktail, from the Spanish equivalent of the name).

• Rhymes for margherita

• Nearby Words

margarita
margate
margay
margherita
margin
marginal
marginalization

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Italian 'Margherita', traditionally named in 1889 by Neapolitan pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito in honor of Queen Margherita of Savoy, with the red tomato, white mozzarella, and green basil representing the colors of the Italian flag.

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