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vermicelli Definition

ver·mi·celli (vʉr′mə sel′ē, -c̸hel′ē)

noun

pasta like spaghetti, but in thinner strings

Etymology: It, pl. of vermicello, lit., little worm < L vermiculus, dim. of vermis, a worm

vermicelli Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • add: Add the vermicelli, breaking it with your hands.

Modifies a noun

  • noodle: Spicy Chicken Noodles Soak 100g vermicelli noodles in hot water for 3-4 minutes.

Noun used with modifier

  • rice: I have used the traditional thick white noodles but you could substitute Chinese egg noodles or rice vermicelli.