vinegared
UK: ˈvɪnɪɡəd | US: ˈvɪnɪɡərd
adj. treated with or containing vinegar
adj. having a sour or acidic taste, resembling vinegar
vt. (past tense) to have added vinegar to something
The word "vinegared" combines "vinegar," derived from Old French vyn egre ("sour wine"), itself from Latin vinum (wine) + acer (sharp/sour), with the suffix "-ed," indicating a state or past action. The term reflects the process of imparting vinegar's characteristic sourness to food or objects. Historically, vinegar was a key preservative and flavoring agent, making "vinegared" a practical descriptor for culinary and chemical contexts.
The chef vinegared the cucumbers to enhance their tangy flavor.
She prefers vinegared salads over creamy ones for a lighter taste.
The antique paper had a vinegared smell due to improper storage.
This dish is too vinegared for my liking.
They vinegared the fabric to test its colorfastness.