adj
balsamic
bawl-SA-mihk
adj
1
Having a soothing, fragrant quality like balsam.
"The candle had a warm, balsamic scent."
noun
1
Short for balsamic vinegar, a dark, sweet Italian vinegar.
"She drizzled balsamic over the salad."
How to Use Balsamic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost commonly used today for the dark, tangy-sweet Italian vinegar, though it also means "soothing and fragrant."
Common pairings
balsamic vinegar
balsamic glaze
balsamic reduction
Word Forms
balsamics plural
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Etymology
From "balsam" plus the adjective ending -ic.