# coleslaw

/ˈkoʊɫˌsɫɑ/ (US) · /kˈəʊlslɔː/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/coleslaw
Updated: 2026-10-16

## Definition

a cold salad made with cut cabbage and carrots in a creamy sauce. You often eat it with burgers, sandwiches, or fried chicken.

For teachers: a cold side salad of shredded raw cabbage and often carrot in a mayonnaise-based or vinegar dressing.

## Examples

- We eat coleslaw with grilled chicken.
- She orders a pulled pork sandwich with a small side of coleslaw for lunch.
- The barbecue joint serves smoky brisket alongside tangy coleslaw that cuts through the richness of the meat.

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