aceto-

1. a combining form with the meanings “vinegar,” “acetic acid,” used in the formation of compound words ( acetometer ), especially in the names of chemical compounds in which acetic acid or the acetyl group is present ( acetophenetidin ).

aceto-

combining_form

1. containing an acetyl group or derived from acetic acid

   acetone

Word History and Origins

Origin of aceto-¹

< Latin acēt ( um ) vinegar + -o-. acid, acescent

Word History and Origins

Origin of aceto-¹

from Latin acētum vinegar

Example Sentences

The result is their aceto balsamico of Monticello — a 21-year aged traditional balsamic.

From Los Angeles Times

On the other hand, the traditional Italian cuisine is all about the regional delicacies and seasonal products found around Italy, like prosciutto, aceto balsamico, bottarga and the like.

From Salon

Salvatore Aceto is on a mission to keep the tradition alive.

From National Geographic

His coach, Chris Aceto, proposed Sandoe start using diuretics about a week before the show.

From Washington Post

Sandoe immediately faced a wave of backlash for speaking out and blaming Aceto, one of the top coaches for male bodybuilders.

From Washington Post