Yes, a dill pickle is a type of pickle.
Dill pickles are one of the most recognizable varieties of pickles. The key ingredient that defines a dill pickle is the inclusion of dill – whether it's fresh dill, dried dill, or dill seed – in the brine. The brine also typically includes vinegar and pickling salt.
Here's a breakdown:
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What is a Pickle? A pickle is a cucumber (or other vegetable or fruit) that has been preserved in a brine, vinegar, or other solution and left to ferment for a period of time, either by pickling in vinegar or by lacto-fermentation.
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What is a Dill Pickle? A dill pickle is a cucumber that has been pickled in a brine flavored with dill. The dill provides a distinctive flavor.
Therefore, since a dill pickle fits the definition of a pickle (a preserved cucumber in brine), a dill is indeed a pickle. Furthermore, there are different kinds of dill pickles. Some are even Kosher certified.
