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Lettuce: meaning, definitions and examples

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lettuce

 

[ หˆlษ›tษชs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food plant

Lettuce is a leafy green vegetable that is commonly used in salads and various dishes. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is known for its crisp texture and mild flavor. There are many varieties of lettuce, including romaine, iceberg, and butterhead, each with unique characteristics. Lettuce is low in calories, making it a popular choice for healthy diets, and is packed with vitamins and minerals. It is typically consumed raw but can also be cooked or used as a garnish.

Synonyms

greens, leafy vegetable, salad green

Examples of usage

  • I made a fresh salad with romaine lettuce.
  • Don't forget to wash the lettuce before serving.
  • Lettuce is often used as a garnish on sandwiches.
  • She enjoys adding lettuce to her smoothies for extra nutrients.

Translations

Translations of the word "lettuce" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alface

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅ‡เคŸเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Salat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ selada

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฐะปะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ saล‚ata

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฌใ‚ฟใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท laitue

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lechuga

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท marul

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒ์ถ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ salรกt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hlรกvkovรฝ ลกalรกt

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”Ÿ่œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ solata

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ salat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐะปะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ”แƒขแƒฃแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kahฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lechuga

Etymology

The word 'lettuce' comes from the Latin 'lactuca,' which is derived from 'lac,' meaning 'milk,' due to the milky latex that the plant produces when cut. The cultivation of lettuce dates back to ancient Egypt, where it was considered a food of the gods. The Greeks also valued lettuce, associating it with sleep and serenity. Over the centuries, different varieties of lettuce were developed, leading to the numerous types we see today. By the 16th century, lettuce had spread throughout Europe, and its popularity continued to grow, especially in France. In the modern era, lettuce is a staple in many cuisines worldwide, often served fresh in salads, wraps, and sandwiches.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,918, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.