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Definition of vinegar

vinegar

/ˈvɪn.ɪ.ɡɚ/
vin · e · gar
Plural:vinegars
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Adjective:vinegary
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vinegar Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A sour-tasting liquid containing acetic acid, obtained by the fermentation of dilute alcoholic liquids such as wine, cider, or beer, and used primarily as a condiment or for pickling and preserving food.

Example

"She dressed the fresh garden salad with a simple mixture of olive oil and balsamic vinegar."

2

Sourness, bitterness, or peevishness of temper, behavior, or speech.

Example

"Despite his polite words, there was a distinct touch of vinegar in his tone that made his true feelings clear."

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• Nearby Words

vindictiveness
vine
vine snake
vinegar
vinegary
vinelike
vineyard

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old French 'vin aigre', literally meaning 'sour wine', derived from Latin 'vinum' (wine) and 'acer' (sour).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vinegar. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vinegar
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