ravioli

[ rav-ee-oh-lee, rah-vee-; Italian rah-vyaw-lee ]

noun

, (used with a singular or plural verb)

1. small cases of pasta, often square, stuffed with a filling, usually of meat or cheese, and often served with a tomato sauce.

ravioli

/ ˌrævɪˈəʊlɪ /

noun

1. small squares of pasta containing a savoury mixture of meat, cheese, etc

Usage Note

See zucchini.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ravioli¹

First recorded in 1835–45; from Italian, plural of dialectal raviolo “little turnip,” diminutive of rava, from Latin rāpa; rape ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of ravioli¹

C19: from Italian dialect, literally: little turnips, from Italian rava turnip, from Latin rāpa

Example Sentences

The guests dined on a menu including lobster ravioli and honey-poached apple mousse, and were entertained by the U.S.

From New York Times

In another, she distributed cans of beans, peas and Chef Boyardee mini ravioli from a pickup truck.

From Seattle Times

Cairo and I love the pasta with the truffle and Parmesan cheese, and Cree loves the beef ravioli.

From Los Angeles Times

On Christmas Day, you can choose between a special four-course holiday menu with options including hazelnut stuffed pork loin, prime rib and butternut squash ravioli, or an a la carte holiday menu.

From Seattle Times

Described as “Thanksgiving in a bite,” Aldi’s seasonal ravioli are also a great staple for the holidays.

From Salon

Related Words

• gnocchi
• linguine
• macaroni
• spaghetti
• tortellini