crudo

noun

cru·​do ˈkrü-(ˌ)dō How to pronounce crudo (audio)
plural crudos
: a dish of sliced, seasoned, uncooked seafood often served with a sauce

Examples of crudo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The hamachi crudo was the star of the small tapas menu During my visit, Corley attended to patio guests, stopping by to speak to every table, make recommendations and take orders. The Arizona Republic, 22 Apr. 2024 Amanda showed a snapper crudo with hominy puree and tortilla pieces. Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 20 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for crudo 

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Word History

Etymology

Italian, raw, from Latin crudus

First Known Use

2000, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crudo was in 2000

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“Crudo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crudo. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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