Lentil: meaning, definitions and examples
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lentil
[ หlษn.tษl ]
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
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:
๐ต๐น lentilha
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเคพเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Linse
๐ฎ๐ฉ lentil
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพัะตะฒะธัั
๐ต๐ฑ soczewica
๐ฏ๐ต ใฌใณใบ่ฑ
๐ซ๐ท lentille
๐ช๐ธ lenteja
๐น๐ท mercan fasulyesi
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ ์ฆ์ฝฉ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนุฏุณ
๐จ๐ฟ ฤoฤka
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกoลกovica
๐จ๐ณ ๆ่ฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ leฤa
๐ฎ๐ธ linsur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะพัะตะฒะธัะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mษrciyษt
๐ฒ๐ฝ lenteja
Etymology
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.
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- 28492 eightieth
- 28493 disbelieved
- 28494 appreciatively
- 28495 lentil
- 28496 nauseated
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- 28498 incarnated
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