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artichoke
//ˈɑːrtɪtʃoʊk//
Pluralartichokes
Definition
A thistle-like plant cultivated for its edible flower head.
To remember it
Picture the large, green, leafy artichoke in its garden setting. Think of how it looks like a flower with leaves instead of petals.
Examples
- A1
I like artichoke.
- A2
My mother cooks artichoke with lemon.
- B1
We bought fresh artichoke at the market this morning.
- B2
The artichoke is a thistle-like plant grown for its edible flower head.
- C1
Having been simmered with garlic and olive oil, the artichoke developed a rich, nutty flavor.
- C2
Were the artichoke not harvested before its bud blooms, the flower head would toughen and lose its culinary value.
Synonyms
globe artichokeCynara scolymus
Tags
botanyculinaryagriculture
