Meaning of the word mayonnaise in English

What does mayonnaise mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mayonnaise

US /ˈmeɪ.ə.neɪz/
UK /ˌmeɪ.əˈneɪz/
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Noun

a thick, creamy dressing consisting of egg yolks beaten with oil and vinegar (or lemon juice) and seasoned, used on salads, in sandwiches, etc.

Example:
Please pass the mayonnaise for my sandwich.
She made a potato salad with plenty of mayonnaise.
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