spaghetti

[spəˈɡeti]

spaghetti Definition

a type of pasta in the form of long, thin strings.

Using spaghetti: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "spaghetti" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I cooked spaghetti for dinner last night.

  • Example

    She ordered spaghetti with meatballs at the restaurant.

  • Example

    Spaghetti carbonara is a classic Italian dish.

spaghetti Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for spaghetti

Phrases with spaghetti

  • a dish consisting of spaghetti served with a sauce made from minced beef, tomatoes, and herbs

    Example

    My favorite Italian dish is spaghetti bolognese.

  • a genre of Western films that emerged in the mid-1960s and was characterized by the use of Italian directors and actors, as well as the incorporation of stylistic elements from Italian cinema

    Example

    The Good, the Bad and the Ugly is a classic spaghetti western.

  • a thin shoulder strap on a garment, typically a dress or top

    Example

    She wore a black dress with spaghetti straps to the party.

Origins of spaghetti

from Italian 'spaghetto', meaning 'little string'

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Summary: spaghetti in Brief

The term 'spaghetti' [spəˈɡeti] refers to a type of pasta that is long and thin. It is commonly used in dishes like spaghetti carbonara and spaghetti bolognese. 'Spaghetti' can also refer to a thin shoulder strap on a garment, known as a spaghetti strap.

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