orzo

noun

or·​zo ˈȯrd-(ˌ)zō How to pronounce orzo (audio)
: rice-shaped pasta

Examples of orzo in a Sentence

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Serve over pasta, orzo, or even mashed potatoes to ensure that no sauce goes to waste. — Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 Transfer to the oven and bake, uncovered, until chicken is cooked through and the orzo is almost cooked through, about 15 minutes. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 This simple presentation works best when serving orzo alongside a main dish with sauce. — Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for orzo

Word History

Etymology

Italian, literally, barley, from Latin hordeum — more at orgeat

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of orzo was in 1917

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“Orzo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orzo. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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