Meaning & Definition of word "Lettuce"
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Lettuce
/ˈlɛtɪs/
noun:
- 1. A type of leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and sandwiches.
- Example: She made a fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
- 2. The edible leaves of the lettuce plant, typically crisp and green.
- Example: The crisp lettuce added a refreshing crunch to the burger.
- 3. Any of various plants of the genus Lactuca, especially L. sativa, cultivated for their edible leaves.
- Example: He prefers romaine lettuce over iceberg for its flavor and texture.
Etymology
From Middle English letuce, from Old French letue, from Latin lactuca, from lac, lactis 'milk', referring to the milky latex of the plant.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lettuce pray:
A humorous phrase used before a meal, playing on the similarity to 'let us pray'.
leafy greens:
A term often used to refer to various green vegetables including lettuce.
Related Words
romaine:
A type of lettuce that is tall and cylindrical, commonly used in salads.
arugula:
A leafy green plant known for its peppery flavor, often used in salads.
Slang Meanings of lettuce
Meaning: Money
Example Sentence: I made some serious lettuce from my last gig.
Meaning: Marijuana
Example Sentence: They were talking about getting some lettuce for the weekend.