Meaning & Definition of word "Cucumber"

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.