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The correct spelling is amaretto.

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noun

Say it like: Ama-ret-to

The correct spelling is amaretto. A sweet-bitter liqueur originating from Italy (but also produced in Turkey), flavored with almonds and a secret blend-specific mix of some 200 ingredients such as the pits from… For example: "Amaretto makes a fine digestive."

Usage Examples

Amaretto makes a fine digestive.

Gino has an amaretto on the porch after every elaborate meal.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A sweet-bitter liqueur originating from Italy (but also produced in Turkey), flavored with almonds and a secret blend-specific mix of some 200 ingredients such as the pits from apricots, peaches, cherries or other stone fruits.
  2. 2.A glass of that liqueur.
  3. 3.A light Italian cookie made with almonds.

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