Meaning & Definition of word "Artichoke"
Artichoke
/ˈɑːrtɪˌtʃoʊk/
noun:
- 1. A type of thistle cultivated as food, consisting of a bud with edible fleshy leaves and a large heart.
- Example: I prepared a delicious dip made with artichoke and spinach.
- 2. The edible flower bud of the artichoke plant before it blooms.
- Example: The chef recommended grilling the artichoke to enhance its flavor.
- 3. Referring to the edible part of the plant, often eaten in salads or as a side dish.
- Example: The restaurant serves a fantastic artichoke salad topped with lemon vinaigrette.
Etymology
●Derived from Middle French 'artichaut,' influenced by Italian 'articiocco.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
artichoke heart:
The edible part of an artichoke that is tender and flavorful.
eating an artichoke:
To consume the leaves and heart of the vegetable.
Related Words
vegetable:
Plants cultivated for food.
thistle:
A plant with sharp prickles and a flowering head.
Slang Meanings of artichoke
Meaning: To act foolishly or clumsily.
● Example Sentence: Stop being such an artichoke at the party!
Meaning: Feeling confused or slow-witted.
● Example Sentence: I felt like an artichoke trying to solve that puzzle.