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Definition of vinegar
vinegar
/ˈvɪn.ɪ.ɡɚ/
vin · e · gar
Plural:vinegars
•Adjective:vinegary
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CEFR
B1
Grade
4
Tier
1
Usage
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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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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old French 'vin aigre', literally meaning 'sour wine', derived from Latin 'vinum' (wine) and 'acer' (sour).
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vinegar. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vinegar