caprese

noun ca·pre·se \kə-ˈprā-zē, -(ˌ)zā\

Definition of CAPRESE

: a salad consisting of slices of mozzarella and tomatoes, basil, and olive oil or Italian dressing

Italian, short for insalata caprese, literally, salad in the manner of Capri

First Known Use: 1978

Next Word in the Dictionary: caprettoPrevious Word in the Dictionary: CapreolusAll Words Near: caprese

What made you want to look up caprese? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears