salsa
UK: ˈsælsə | US: ˈsɑːlsə
n. a type of spicy sauce, typically made with tomatoes, onions, and chili peppers
n. a lively style of Latin American dance music
The word "salsa" originates from Latin "salsa," the feminine form of "salsus," meaning "salted." It referred to any seasoned or brined sauce in ancient Roman cuisine. The term was later adopted into Spanish, retaining its culinary meaning. In the 20th century, "salsa" evolved to denote both the spicy tomato-based sauce in Mexican cuisine and the vibrant dance music genre from Latin America, reflecting its cultural adaptability.
She prepared a homemade salsa with fresh tomatoes and cilantro.
The restaurant serves tortilla chips with three kinds of salsa.
We danced to salsa music all night at the club.
His salsa recipe includes a hint of lime juice for extra zest.
The band’s salsa rhythms got everyone on the dance floor.