Provençale

[ proh-vuhn-sahl, -ven-, prov-uhn-, -en-; French praw-vahn-sal ]

adjective

1. (sometimes lowercase) cooked, usually in olive oil, with garlic, tomatoes, onions, and herbs.

noun

1. Also called Provençale sauce. a thick sauce of tomatoes, garlic, and seasonings cooked in oil.

Provençale

/ ˌprɒvɒnˈsɑːl; prɔvɑ̃sal /

adjective

1. (of dishes) prepared with garlic, oil, and often tomatoes

Word History and Origins

Origin of Provençale¹

1835–45; < French ( à la ) provençale in the Provençal manner

Example Sentences

The good lady was a Provencale, and her passions had been lively.

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