noun
ranch
A creamy dressing flavored with herbs, garlic, and buttermilk.
She dips her carrot sticks in ranch before each bite.
Etymology
The dressing name is associated with Hidden Valley Ranch, where the recipe was popularized. The place-name element became the general name for the dressing style.
More examples
- Would you like ranch or vinaigrette on your salad?
- He orders his chicken wings with ranch on the side.
- A little ranch adds creaminess to this chicken wrap.