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ranch dressing

American

[ranch dres-ing] / ˈræntʃ ˌdrɛs ɪŋ /

noun

a creamy salad dressing made with mayonnaise, buttermilk, and seasonings that typically include garlic, chives, and parsley.

Etymology

Origin of ranch dressing

First recorded in 1960–65; developed and named by the owners of the Hidden Valley Ranch, a dude ranch in Santa Barbara County, California

Example Sentences

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Which is why I’m a little embarrassed, but mostly evangelical, about what I’ve come to believe: ranch dressing is the best dressing.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2025

That crust doubles as a breadstick and is meant to be dipped in XO sauce, marinara or ranch dressing.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 24, 2023

The best of the bunch is the citrus chile roast chicken sandwich, well seasoned and simply dressed with cheddar, tomato, lettuce and a splodge of ranch dressing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 4, 2023

Meanwhile, they’re just slopping together these burritos for us filled with beef and Doritos and ranch dressing and whatever they can think of to put it in there.

From Slate • Sep. 8, 2023

Heather dips a french fry into her ranch dressing.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper

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