Collard: meaning, definitions and examples

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collard

 

[ หˆkษ’l.ษ™rd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of vegetable

Collard greens are a leafy green vegetable that belong to the Brassica family, which includes cabbage, kale, and broccoli. They are known for their broad, dark green leaves and are often used in Southern cooking in the United States. Collard greens are rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and fiber. They can be prepared in various ways, including sautรฉing, boiling, or as part of a stew.

Synonyms

cabbage, collard greens, kale

Examples of usage

  • I made a delicious soup with collard greens.
  • Collard greens are a staple in Southern cuisine.
  • You can find fresh collard greens at the farmers' market.
  • Adding collard greens to your diet can boost your nutrition.
  • She paired the collard greens with cornbread.

Translations

Translations of the word "collard" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น couve

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅ‹เคญเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kohl

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kubis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะปั€ะฐะนะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jarmuลผ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ณใƒฉใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chou frisรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ col rizada

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท karnabahar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฝœ๋ผ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุฑู†ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kapusta kadeล™avรก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kapusta

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็พฝ่กฃ็”˜่“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zavitek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kรกl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ั‹ั€ั‹า›า›ะฐะฑะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒšแƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™lษ™mi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ col rizada

Word origin

The word 'collard' is derived from the Middle English word 'colewort', which referred to a type of cabbage plant. This term eventually evolved, with 'collard' being a variant of 'caul' or 'cabbage.' The cultivation of collard greens has its origins in ancient times, tracing back to the Mediterranean region and then gradually spreading to various cultures around the world. The vegetable became particularly popular in the Southern United States, where it is often associated with soul food and traditional cooking. The name 'collard' has been used in English since at least the 14th century, showcasing its long-standing presence in culinary history.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,210, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.