slaw

Definition

Coleslaw.

Etymology

Borrowed (around 1861) from Dutch sla, shortened from salade (“salad, lettuce”).

Example Sentences

• "Barbecue is always served with slaw in North Carolina and always has been."
• "My boss, whose daughter was a working chef, told me that I made the best slaws that she had ever tasted. The secret is that slaws deserve as much care in their preparation as any other good meal."
• "Slaws go well with grilled lean protein items and sandwiches."