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Meaning of the word endive in English

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endive

US /ˈen.daɪv/

UK /ˈen.daɪv/

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Noun

a plant of the daisy family, with edible bitter leaves, eaten in salads.

Example:

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She added fresh endive to the salad for a slightly bitter taste.

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The recipe calls for a head of curly endive.

Synonym:

chicory escarole

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