Meaning & Definition of word "Cucumber"
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Cucumber
/ˈkjuː.kʌm.bər/
noun:
- 1. A long, green skinned fruit with watery flesh, typically eaten raw in salads or pickled.
- Example: She added slices of cucumber to her salad for a refreshing crunch.
- 2. The plant, scientifically known as Cucumis sativus, that produces this fruit.
- Example: The gardener grew a variety of cucumber that was perfect for pickling.
- 3. A person who is cool and calm, often used in the phrase 'as cool as a cucumber.'
- Example: Despite the chaos around her, she remained as cool as a cucumber.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'cocombre', from Latin 'cucumis'
Common Phrases and Expressions
cool as a cucumber:
Calm and composed, especially in a difficult situation.
cucumber sandwich:
A type of sandwich made using cucumber slices, often associated with tea time.
Related Words
vegetable:
A plant or part of a plant used as food.
salad:
A dish consisting of mixed pieces of food, typically including vegetables.
Slang Meanings of cucumber
Meaning: Slang for someone who is awkward or clumsy.
Example Sentence: He's such a cucumber when it comes to dancing.
Meaning: A term for someone who is cool and laid-back.
Example Sentence: Don't worry about the interview; just be a cucumber.