Ravioli

/ræviˈoʊli/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A type of pasta consisting of small, filled pockets, typically served with a sauce.
For dinner, we had homemade ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach.
The filling of such pasta, which can include various ingredients like meat, cheese, or vegetables.
The chef recommended the mushroom ravioli as a specialty of the house.
A dish made with ravioli, typically served with a sauce.
I ordered the ravioli with marinara sauce at the Italian restaurant.

Etymology

Italian, from the Latin 'rapa' meaning turnip, which refers to the filling.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ravioli with sauce
Ravioli served with a savory sauce.
make your own ravioli
Homemade ravioli prepared from scratch.
frozen ravioli
Pre-packaged ravioli that can be cooked quickly.

Related Words

pasta
A type of food made from wheat flour and water.
dumpling
A small, savory ball of dough cooked by boiling, steaming, or frying.

Slang Meanings

A term used affectionately for a close friend or partner.
Hey, ravioli, are you coming to the party?
A humorous name for someone who is soft or squishy.
Don't be such a ravioli, toughen up!