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Meaning of macaroni
A type of curved, cylindrical pasta
Etymology of macaroni
The word "macaroni" has its roots in Italian, where "maccheroni" refers to a type of curved pasta.
The term originated in the 14th century, derived from the Italian word "maccheroni," which is itself derived from the Greek word "makaria," meaning "barley broth."
Historically, macaroni was a staple food in Italy, particularly in the southern regions, and its popularity spread throughout Europe and beyond.
Synonyms
pasta
spaghetti
noodles
fettuccine
linguine
rigatoni
penne
fusilli
farfalle
tortellini
cannelloni
lasagna
ravioli
gnocchi
ziti
rotini
angel hair
capellini
vermicelli
shells
elbows
rotelle
conchiglie
paccheri
trofie
orecchiette
cavatelli
strascinati
sedani
ditalini
mostaccioli
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, macaroni refers to a type of pasta made in a variety of shapes, typically curved or cylindrical, and often served with cheese or other sauces.
- * It can also refer to a dish made with this type of pasta, often baked in the oven with a cheesy sauce.
Usage Examples
- The classic macaroni and cheese is a comforting dish that never goes out of style.
- * She cooked the macaroni al dente, then mixed it with a rich tomato sauce and grated parmesan.
- * The restaurant served a creative macaroni dish with truffle oil and wild mushrooms.
Antonyms
rice
quinoa
couscous
polenta
grits
cornmeal
bulgur
barley
wheatberries
oats
buckwheat
millet
amaranth
teff
sorghum
farro
spelt
kamut
bulgur
cracked wheat