vinegar
noun
vin·e·gar
ˈvi-ni-gər 
Synonyms
Examples of vinegar in a Sentence
glad to see his old friend was still full of vinegar after so many years
Recent Examples on the Web
Hill says that vinegar can help break down heavy oil and products that hold polymers in them, such as hair sprays and gel.
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024
If the zipper is stuck due to corrosion or rust, soaking a cotton swab in vinegar and gently rubbing it along the affected area can help loosen the corrosion and free the zipper.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 4 Apr. 2024
White wine vinegar and Dijon mustard provide a good dose of acidity, while the bacon grease adds a hint of smoky savoriness, all joining forces to become dressing that’s greater than the sum of its parts.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2024
Hot & Spicy Chicken Wings, $5.99 With notes of vinegar, cayenne pepper, and chile pepper extract, Trader Joe’s wings pack a punch with just the right amount of kick.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 30 Mar. 2024
Combine equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle, and give the counters a good spritz, followed by another wipe-down with a wet cloth.
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2024
Make the dressing: Blend onion, oil, vinegar, sugar, mayonnaise, mustard, and salt until smooth.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
Stir together olives, parsley, Worcestershire, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, coriander and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
An acid such as lemon or vinegar will slow down the enzyme making the vapors that lead to tears.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN, 18 Mar. 2024
Audrey Noble, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024
If the zipper is stuck due to corrosion or rust, soaking a cotton swab in vinegar and gently rubbing it along the affected area can help loosen the corrosion and free the zipper.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 4 Apr. 2024
White wine vinegar and Dijon mustard provide a good dose of acidity, while the bacon grease adds a hint of smoky savoriness, all joining forces to become dressing that’s greater than the sum of its parts.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2024
Hot & Spicy Chicken Wings, $5.99 With notes of vinegar, cayenne pepper, and chile pepper extract, Trader Joe’s wings pack a punch with just the right amount of kick.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 30 Mar. 2024
Combine equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle, and give the counters a good spritz, followed by another wipe-down with a wet cloth.
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2024
Make the dressing: Blend onion, oil, vinegar, sugar, mayonnaise, mustard, and salt until smooth.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
Stir together olives, parsley, Worcestershire, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, coriander and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
An acid such as lemon or vinegar will slow down the enzyme making the vapors that lead to tears.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN, 18 Mar. 2024
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vinegar
noun
vin·e·gar
ˈvin-i-gər
: a sour liquid obtained from cider, wine, or malt and used to flavor or preserve foods
Medical Definition
vinegar
noun
vin·e·gar
ˈvin-i-gər
1
: a sour liquid used as a condiment or a preservative that is obtained by acetic fermentation of dilute alcoholic liquids (as fermented cider, malt beer, or wine) or of dilute distilled alcohol
2
: a pharmaceutical solution of the active principles of drugs in dilute acetic acid usually prepared by maceration
aromatic vinegar
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