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Worcestershire sauce

American  
[woos-ter-sheer saws, -sher] / ˈwʊs tərˌʃɪər ˌsɔs, -ʃər /

noun

Worcestershire sauces plural
  1. a sharp sauce made with soy, vinegar, spices, etc., originally made in Worcester, England.


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Etymology

Origin of Worcestershire sauce

First recorded in 1680–90

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Which is why I find myself looking at that bottle of Worcestershire sauce that’s been in the cupboard since at least 2019 and thinking, surely, that’s still good.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 21, 2026

Both the U.S. and U.K. versions of the series use Ardross Castle, a 19th century structure once owned by the grandson of the creator of Worcestershire sauce.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 9, 2025

Ms Lyne-Pirkis said she has two versions - a rich, roux-based recipe with cheddar, beer, mustard and Worcestershire sauce and a quicker one mixing egg, cheese, and seasoning to spread on toast.

From BBC Jun. 6, 2025

Combine the Clamato, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice and hot sauce in a blender or cocktail shaker.

From Seattle Times Jul. 12, 2023

Season with salt and pepper, and add, if convenient, one tablespoonful each of Worcestershire sauce and mushroom catsup.

From The Century Cook Book by Ronald, Mary

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