gnocchi

plural noun

gnoc·​chi ˈnȯ-kē How to pronounce gnocchi (audio) ˈnyȯ- How to pronounce gnocchi (audio)
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: dumplings usually made with potato or semolina and served with sauce

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In the evening, the restaurant transitions to an Italian American pizzeria of sorts, where sourdough bread scraps make their way into everything from the meatballs to gnocchi. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026 Fresh peas and arugula cook alongside the gnocchi, while a touch of cream and Parmesan creates a rich sauce. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026 Toss gnocchi with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in now empty bowl to coat, making sure to separate any gnocchi that are stuck together. Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026 The Italian-leaning steakhouse also featured dishes such as pork chop Milanese and gnocchi bolognese. Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gnocchi

Word History

Etymology

Italian, plural of gnocco, from Italian dialect (Veneto), probably of Germanic origin; akin to Middle High German knöchel knuckle, knoche bone — more at knuckle

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gnocchi was in 1891

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“Gnocchi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gnocchi. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.

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