extra-virgin

American  

[ek-struh-vur-jin] / ˌɛk strəˈvɜr dʒɪn /

adjective

1. made from the first pressing of highest-quality olives.

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extra virgin British  

adjective

1. (of olive oil) of the highest quality, extracted by cold pressing rather than chemical treatment

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Example Sentences

This study demonstrated that following a Mediterranean diet enriched with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease by 30%.

From Science Daily • Oct. 12, 2025

My mother, Anne Marie Ransome, taught me to make the dish in almost exactly the same manner, the only change being the inclusion of extra-virgin olive oil.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2023

This much-loved Greek dish, which is essentially a slightly more elaborate version of baked beans, braises enormous gigante white beans in a savory tomato sauce with copious extra-virgin olive oil for richness.

From Washington Times • Apr. 10, 2023

Lastly, I grate Pecorino Romano, drizzle extra-virgin olive oil, and sprinkle crushed red pepper to finish.

From Salon • Oct. 1, 2022

However, Mediterranean peoples traditionally dip their bread in high-quality extra-virgin olive oil that smells and tastes like olives.

From How and When to Be Your Own Doctor by Solomon, Steve