Olio
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈəʊljəʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Olio is a noun meaning A rich, thick, Spanish stew consisting of meat and vegetables.
Meaning
A rich, thick, Spanish stew consisting of meat and vegetables.
More Meanings
- (figuratively) A medley or mixture; a hotchpotch.
- (figuratively) A collection of various musical, theatrical or other artistic works; a miscellany.
- (figuratively, by extension) Vaudeville or similar miscellaneous musical or theatrical entertainment skits presented between the main acts of burlesque or minstrel shows.
Example Sentences
The late Refinements in Knowledge, running parallel to thoſe of Dyet in our Nation, which among Men of a judicious Taſte, are dreſt up in various Compounds, conſiſting in Soups and Ollios, Fricaſſées and Ragouſts.
Word Forms
- olios
Synonyms for olio
Depending on context, synonyms include mishmash, oddments, bouillabaisse, bric-a-brac, catch-all, clamjamfrey.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include salmagundi, hash, gallimaufry, stew, medley, potpourri.
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