Meaning of salmagundi in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌsælməˈɡəndi/

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1. Noun

   salmagundi

   Etymology

   from French salmigondis, of unknown origin

   Definitions

   1. a collection containing a variety of sorts of things

   Examples

   • « a great assortment of cars was on display »
   • « he had a variety of disorders »
   • « a veritable smorgasbord of religions »
2. 2. cooked meats and eggs and vegetables usually arranged in rows around the plate and dressed with a salad dressing