Manzanilla

noun

Man·​za·​nil·​la ˌman-zə-ˈnē-yə How to pronounce Manzanilla (audio) -ˈni-lə How to pronounce Manzanilla (audio)
: a pale very dry Spanish sherry

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After bringing a glass of an excellent Manzanilla, our waiter was quick to recommend items that had arrived fresh that day - mountain thistles braised in olive oil, confitted piquillos and fresh turbot, simply poached to preserve the fresh flavor from the sea. — Claudia Alarcón, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025 The 60th Anniversary cruise will sail from Los Angeles and includes two overnight stays in Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, plus visits to Loreto, Manzanilla and Mazatlán. — Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Spanish, diminutive of manzana apple

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Manzanilla was in 1843

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“Manzanilla.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Manzanilla. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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