balsamic vinegar

noun

: a type of Italian vinegar that has a dark color and a sweet taste

Full Definition of BALSAMIC VINEGAR

: an aged Italian vinegar made from the must of white grapes

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translation of Italian aceto balsamico, literally, curative vinegar

First Known Use: 1980

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