Balsamic ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Balsamic ( adjective )

1. Of or relating to balsam or balsam oil.
2. Having a sweet, pungent, and slightly sharp taste.
3. Having a distinctive, complex flavor and aroma.

Origin:

From the italian word balsamico, from balsamo, meaning "balsam" or "balm".

Examples:

1. Balsamic vinegar is made by fermenting grape juice and then aging it in wooden barrels for several years.
2. This dish is served with a balsamic glaze that brings out the flavors of the vegetables.
3. The balsamic dressing on this salad is the perfect complement to the mixed greens.
4. Balsamic onions are a great topping for a pizza or a burger.
5. Aged balsamic is a delicious drizzle over a cheese platter.

(As a noun)

Balsamic ( noun )

1. Of or relating to balsam or balsam oil.
2. Having a sweet, pungent, and slightly sharp taste.
3. Having a distinctive, complex flavor and aroma.

Origin:

From the italian word balsamico, from balsamo, meaning "balsam" or "balm".

Examples:

1. Balsamic vinegar is made by fermenting grape juice and then aging it in wooden barrels for several years.
2. This dish is served with a balsamic glaze that brings out the flavors of the vegetables.
3. The balsamic dressing on this salad is the perfect complement to the mixed greens.
4. Balsamic onions are a great topping for a pizza or a burger.
5. Aged balsamic is a delicious drizzle over a cheese platter.