slaw

[ slaw ]

noun

1. coleslaw.

slaw

/ slɔː /

noun

1. short for coleslaw

Word History and Origins

Origin of slaw¹

1860–65, Americanism; < Dutch sla, short for salade salad

Word History and Origins

Origin of slaw¹

C19: from Dutch sla, short for salade salad

Example Sentences

Honorable mentions include country ham and biscuits, Slaw of Many Colors, family favorite meatloaf and a classic strawberry shortcake.

From Salon

Danny's carrot slaw and Dan's Southeast Asian boil probably had the top dishes here, though Michelle was certainly a top contender again with her Houston-influenced boil.

From Salon

A spicy, yellow dollop of cabbage slaw became Tennessee’s first official state food — then everyone had to learn what it was.

From New York Times

Emily Cochrane and Audra Melton attended the annual hot slaw festival in Cleveland, Tenn., and sampled many varieties of hot slaw.

From New York Times

Attend a barbecue, church potluck or summer dinner in the small city of Cleveland in eastern Tennessee, and somewhere on the table, there will be a dish of hot slaw.

From New York Times