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French dressing

noun

Etymology

Named in the Anglophone world for the early origins, in French vinaigrettes, that inspired later versions, although the present-day conventions for the dressing's composition do not directly reflect the original French influence; more at Wikipedia. Compare french fries regarding the name mostly not reflecting any direct French influence.

  1. derived from influence; more at Wikipedia
  2. derived from vinaigrettes

Definitions

  1. A mixture of vinegar, oil and other herbs or flavourings (vinaigrette).

  2. A salad dressing that is a uniform viscous sauce with a tangy sweet flavor. It is…

    A salad dressing that is a uniform viscous sauce with a tangy sweet flavor. It is generally made from vegetable oil, vinegar, ketchup (or tomato puree), water, paprika, other spices, and sweeteners.

  3. A salad dressing that is a uniform viscous sauce with a tangy sweet flavour. It is…

    A salad dressing that is a uniform viscous sauce with a tangy sweet flavour. It is generally made from vegetable oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, water, and spices.

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