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Ragù

/ræˈɡuː/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A thick Italian sauce made with meat, vegetables, and tomatoes, typically served with pasta.

    "The chef prepared a delicious ragù that simmered for hours, enhancing the flavors."
  2. 2

    A dish featuring ragù sauce, often served as a main course.

    "For dinner, we enjoyed a plate of tagliatelle al ragù, a classic Italian favorite."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'ragù' originates from the Italian word for a meat-based sauce, derived from the French 'ragout', which means 'to stew'. The word has evolved through culinary traditions, particularly in Italian cuisine, where it signifies a rich, hearty sauce typically served with pasta.

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