cider vinegar

noun

: vinegar made from fermented cider

Examples of cider vinegar in a Sentence

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Then the researchers piped apple cider vinegar into that airstream, switching it on and off depending on the fly’s position on this virtual field. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 1 Aug. 2026 Apple cider vinegar has been touted as a wellness staple with benefits for blood sugar, weight loss, and more. — Ashley Wong, Health, 29 July 2026 Carpenter instructs first, grabbing a shallow dish and mixing in some apple cider vinegar along with a few drops of dish soap. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 28 July 2026 Cooking vinegars include red and white wine vinegar, rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and balsamic vinegar. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cider vinegar

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cider vinegar was in 1836

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“Cider vinegar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cider%20vinegar. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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