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pickled

[ˈpɪkəld]

pickled Definition

  • 1preserved in vinegar or brine
  • 2drunk or intoxicated

Using pickled: Examples

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

  • Example

    The pickled vegetables were served as a side dish.

  • Example

    He came home completely pickled after a night of heavy drinking.

  • Example

    Pickled herring is a traditional Scandinavian dish.

  • Example

    The recipe calls for pickled onions.

pickled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pickled

Phrases with pickled

  • peppers that have been preserved in vinegar or brine

    Example

    The recipe calls for pickled peppers, but you can use fresh ones if you prefer.

  • hard-boiled eggs that have been preserved in vinegar or brine

    Example

    Pickled eggs are a popular snack in some parts of the world.

  • pickled cucumbers

    cucumbers that have been preserved in vinegar or brine

    Example

    Pickled cucumbers are a common ingredient in sandwiches and salads.

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Summary: pickled in Brief

The term 'pickled' [ˈpɪkəld] has two main meanings: preserved in vinegar or brine, and drunk or intoxicated. It is commonly used to describe food items like pickled vegetables, herring, onions, and eggs. However, it can also refer to a state of being after heavy drinking, as in 'He came home completely pickled.'

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