Meaning of the word leek in English
What does leek mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
leek
US /liːk/
UK /liːk/
Noun
a plant related to the onion, with a white cylindrical bulb and flat, overlapping dark green leaves, used as a vegetable.
Example:
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She added chopped leeks to the soup for extra flavor.
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The recipe calls for one large leek, thinly sliced.