Acetum is a Latin word for vinegar, a common condiment used in cooking and as a preservative for food. In addition to acetum, there are many other synonyms for this word that are commonly used. These include sour wine, pickling vinegar, and apple cider vinegar. Other vinegar varieties like white vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and rice vinegar are also known as forms of acetum. In some regions, distilled vinegar or malt vinegar is also referred to as acetum. Regardless of the name, all forms of acetum are used widely in cooking and consumed globally for their tangy and sour flavor profiles.