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Lentil: meaning, definitions and examples

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lentil

 

[ หˆlษ›n.tษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food item

Lentils are small, lens-shaped legumes that come in various colors, including green, brown, yellow, and red. They are a rich source of protein and fiber, making them a staple in many vegetarian and vegan diets. Lentils cook relatively quickly compared to other legumes and are often used in soups, stews, and salads.

Synonyms

legume, pulse

Examples of usage

  • I made a delicious lentil soup for dinner.
  • Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein.
  • You can add lentils to salads for extra nutrition.

Translations

Translations of the word "lentil" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lentilha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเคพเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Linse

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lentil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพั‡ะตะฒะธั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ soczewica

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฌใƒณใ‚บ่ฑ†

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lentille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lenteja

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mercan fasulyesi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ Œ์ฆˆ์ฝฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุฏุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ฤoฤka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกoลกovica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰่ฑ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ leฤa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ linsur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะพั‡ะตะฒะธั†ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™rciyษ™t

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lenteja

Word origin

The word 'lentil' comes from the Latin word 'lens,' which means 'lentil' or 'lens-shaped.' This etymology reflects the distinctive shape of lentils, which resemble small lenses. The use of lentils in cooking dates back thousands of years, with evidence of their consumption in ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Greeks. Lentils were one of the first crops to be domesticated in the Near East and are thought to have been cultivated over 8,000 years ago. They have played a significant role in the diets of many cultures, particularly in the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian regions, due to their nutritional value and adaptability to different growing conditions. Today, lentils are widely grown and consumed around the world, appreciated not only for their health benefits but also for their versatility in various culinary dishes.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,495, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.