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chowchow

/ˈtʃaʊ.tʃaʊ/

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noun

/ˈtʃaʊ.tʃaʊ/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее либо приправу из рубленых солений в горчичном соусе, либо китайский консервированный десерт из смеси фруктов и имбиря.

A noun referring to either a relish made from chopped pickles in mustard sauce, or a Chinese preserve of mixed fruits and ginger.

  1. Pickled relishB1informalamericanculinary

    A type of relish made from chopped pickled vegetables, often in a mustard sauce, commonly used in American cuisine.

    ruЧоу-чоу (пикули)

    • He added a spoonful of chowchow to his hot dog.
    • The chowchow gave the sandwich a tangy, spicy kick.
    • She made a batch of chowchow using cucumbers and onions.

    Synonymspiccalilli

  2. B2formalculinary

    A sweet Chinese preserve made from mixed fruits and ginger, often used as a condiment or dessert topping.

    ruКитайское варенье

    • The chowchow was served alongside tea and pastries.
    • She spread chowchow on her toast for a sweet breakfast treat.
    • This traditional chowchow is made with candied ginger and citrus peel.