coleslaw
Definition
Noun: A salad consisting primarily of finely shredded raw cabbage, often mixed with a dressing such as mayonnaise or vinaigrette.
Usage
"Coleslaw" is an uncountable noun. It refers to the prepared dish as a whole. You can refer to a portion or type of it using terms like "some coleslaw," "a bowl of coleslaw," or "creamy coleslaw."
Examples
- Would you like some coleslaw with your sandwich?
- This recipe for homemade coleslaw uses a vinegar-based dressing instead of mayonnaise.
- The fried chicken dinner comes with two sides; I'll have fries and coleslaw.
Advanced Usage
- "Dressed coleslaw": Coleslaw that has already been mixed with its dressing.
- The dressed coleslaw should be kept refrigerated.
- "Cole slaw": An accepted variant spelling, though "coleslaw" is more common in modern usage.
Variants and Related Words
- Slaw (noun): A common, informal shortening of "coleslaw." It can sometimes refer to similar salads made with other shredded vegetables (e.g., "broccoli slaw").
- I prefer a tangy mustard slaw.
Synonyms
- Cabbage salad: A more descriptive, generic term.
- (Raw) cabbage salad: Emphasizes the main ingredient and its uncooked state.
Word Origin
The word "coleslaw" comes from the Dutch term koolsla, a shortening of koolsalade, which means "cabbage salad."
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basically shredded cabbage
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