vinaigrette

Definitions of vinaigrette
  1. noun
    oil and vinegar with mustard and garlic
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    type of:
    assaisonnement
    savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type
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