Rhubarb: meaning, definitions and examples
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rhubarb
[ หruหbษหrb ]
culinary use
Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable that is often treated as a fruit in culinary contexts. It has thick, fleshy stalks that are usually green or reddish in color and have a tart flavor. Typically, only the stalks are consumed, while the leaves are toxic and not edible. Rhubarb is commonly used in desserts, jams, and pies, often paired with sweeter fruits to balance its tartness. It is generally available in spring and early summer.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Rhubarb pie is a classic dessert in many households.
- I made a delicious rhubarb and strawberry jam.
- You can find rhubarb at farmers' markets in the spring.
- Rhubarb crumble is a favorite dish for many.
Translations
Translations of the word "rhubarb" in other languages:
๐ต๐น ruibarbo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐhubarb
๐ฉ๐ช Rhabarber
๐ฎ๐ฉ rhubarb
๐บ๐ฆ ัะตะฒัะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ rabarbar
๐ฏ๐ต ใซใใผใ
๐ซ๐ท rhubarbe
๐ช๐ธ ruibarbo
๐น๐ท rhubarb
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฃจ๋ฐ๋ฅด๋ธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฑุงููุฏ
๐จ๐ฟ rebarbora
๐ธ๐ฐ reveล
๐จ๐ณ ๅคง้ป
๐ธ๐ฎ rabarbara
๐ฎ๐ธ rabarbari
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตะฒะตะฝั
๐ฌ๐ช แ แฃแแแ แแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ rษvษnd
๐ฒ๐ฝ ruibarbo
Etymology
The word 'rhubarb' originates from the Latin word 'rhabarbarum,' which means 'the root of the barbarian' and is derived from 'rhabarbaros,' the Greek name for the plant. The term initially referred to the plant's medicinal properties and roots rather than its culinary use. Rhubarb has been cultivated for centuries, particularly in Asia, where it was valued for its medicinal benefits. By the 18th century, rhubarb made its way to Europe and North America, where it began to be used in cooking, especially in baked goods. The adaptation of rhubarb in sweet dishes indicates how its primary reputation shifted from a medicinal plant to a culinary staple. The plant has since gained popularity, especially in desserts, leading to a vibrant culinary culture surrounding it.