Meaning & Definition of word "Salad"

Salad

/ˈsæl.əd/

noun:

  • 1. A mixture of raw vegetables, typically served cold, often dressed with oil, vinegar, or other sauces.
    • Example: She prepared a fresh garden salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
  • 2. A dish consisting of various mixtures of salads, meats, fruits, or other ingredients, often served cold.
    • Example: The chef specialized in creating unique pasta salads for summer parties.
  • 3. A chaotic mixture or medley.
    • Example: The event turned into a salad of ideas, with everyone sharing their opinions at once.

Etymology

From Middle English 'salade', from Old French 'salade', from Latin 'salata' (salty).

Common Phrases and Expressions

salad days:

A time of youthful inexperience.

mixed salad:

A variety of ingredients mixed together.

Related Words

coleslaw:

A salad of finely shredded raw cabbage and dressed most commonly with a vinaigrette or mayonnaise.

tabbouleh:

A Levantine salad made of finely chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, onion, and soaked in bulgur and olive oil.

caprese:

An Italian salad made with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.

Slang Meanings of salad

Meaning: A chaotic mixture or disorganized collection.

Example Sentence: Her room looked like a salad after the party.

Meaning: To confuse or bewilder someone with mixed messages.

Example Sentence: He salad-ed his friends with too many plans for the weekend.