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ˈkoʊlˌslɔcoleslaw

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. coleslaw, slawnoun

    basically shredded cabbage

Wiktionary

  1. coleslawnoun

    A salad of finely shredded raw cabbage and sometimes shredded carrots, dressed with mayonnaise (white) or a vinaigrette (red).

  2. Etymology: From koolsla, a compound of kool (cabbage) and sla, a short form of salade (salad).

Wikipedia

  1. Coleslaw

    Coleslaw (from the Dutch term koolsla meaning 'cabbage salad'), also known as cole slaw, or simply as slaw, is a side dish consisting primarily of finely shredded raw cabbage with a salad dressing or condiment, commonly either vinaigrette or mayonnaise. This dish originated in the Netherlands in the 18th century. Coleslaw prepared with vinaigrette may benefit from the long lifespan granted by pickling.

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  1. coleslaw

    Coleslaw is a type of salad consisting primarily of finely shredded raw cabbage with a salad dressing, commonly either vinaigrette or mayonnaise. Additional ingredients such as carrots, onions, and other vegetables can also be added. It is often served as a side dish in various cuisines, especially in fast food restaurants, barbecue joints, and delis.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Coleslawnoun

    a salad made of sliced cabbage

  2. Etymology: [D. kool slaa cabbage salad.]

Wikidata

  1. Coleslaw

    Coleslaw, sometimes simply called slaw in some American dialects, is a salad consisting primarily of shredded raw cabbage, which is dressed with mayonnaise and/or buttermilk in some variations and dressed with vinegar and seasoning in other, lighter variations. Cream or sour cream may by used as the dressing and vinegar may be added. It may also include shredded carrots as well as other fruits and vegetables such as apples, onions, radishes, and peppers. Horseradish, seeds, and various spices may be included.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of coleslaw in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of coleslaw in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

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    Hot wings are a classic game day favorite, so we decided to add a twist to make them hot Perdue chicken bites instead, they are spicy, so I recommend pairing with some coleslaw and cooling dipping sauces like ranch and Bleu cheese.

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