noun

Dijon

DEE-zhon

Dijon (noun) means a smooth, tangy mustard made with white wine instead of vinegar, named after the French city. Example: “She spread Dijon mustard on the sandwich.”

noun

A smooth, tangy mustard made with white wine instead of vinegar, named after the French city.

"She spread Dijon mustard on the sandwich."

How to use Dijon

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA type of French mustard, or the French city it’s named after.

Common pairings

Dijon mustard

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Etymology

Named after Dijon, France, where the mustard style originated.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Dijon” mean?

The word “Dijon” means a smooth, tangy mustard made with white wine instead of vinegar, named after the French city. In plain terms, a type of French mustard, or the French city it’s named after.

How do you pronounce “Dijon”?

“Dijon” is pronounced DEE-zhon (/ˈdiː(d)ʒɒn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Dijon” in a sentence?

Here is “Dijon” used in a sentence: “She spread Dijon mustard on the sandwich.”

What part of speech is “Dijon”?

“Dijon” is a noun.