Definition

Describing something that has been made or flavored with sherry, a type of fortified wine.

Example

The chef served a sherried sauce over the chicken, adding a rich flavor.

Conversation

Have you ever tried that sherried chicken recipe I mentioned?

No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!

It's really tasty and adds a nice depth of flavor.

I love trying new recipes; I might give it a shot this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sherried is derived from 'sherry' (from Spanish 'jerez', meaning a type of fortified wine) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a state or condition). The word 'sherried' refers to something that has the characteristics or flavor of sherry wine.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sherry' as a specific type of wine, and remember that 'sherried' means something that has the qualities or taste of that wine.

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