salad dressing
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of salad dressing
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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The new guidelines take a much harder line on added sugars, found in everything from cookies to salad dressing and bread.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026
And there’s something about their salad dressing that is exactly what my taste buds want in a salad dressing.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2025
This phenomenon can be observed in the kitchen with a salad dressing made of oil and vinegar.
From Science Daily • Dec. 1, 2023
For instance, you can pair bitter rocket with a sweet salad dressing.
From Salon • Nov. 27, 2023
“I made a special salad dressing for you,” said Kate.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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