artichoke

noun

ar·​ti·​choke ˈär-tə-ˌchōk 

1

: a tall Mediterranean composite herb (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus synonym C. scolymus) resembling a thistle with coarse pinnately incised leaves

also : its edible immature flower head which is cooked as a vegetable

2

: jerusalem artichoke

Examples of artichoke in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Roasted garlic labneh and crispy artichokes offer savory starts to the day; otherwise, egg white frittata is a more health-conscious selection but not a compromise for flavor. —Tiffany Leigh, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024

Organized by ingredient, the chapters range from spring artichokes and asparagus to summer tomatoes to winter squash. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2024

Some research suggests that artichoke leaf extract may even improve blood flow through the hepatic (liver) veins.8 5. —Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024

Many of them involve artichokes, a local specialty, and the café features baked goods from the members’ family recipes. —Laurie Werner, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Italian dialect articiocco, ultimately from Arabic al-khurshūf the artichoke

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing artichoke

• globe artichoke
• Jerusalem artichoke

Kids Definition

artichoke

noun

ar·​ti·​choke ˈärt-ə-ˌchōk 

: a tall plant related to the daisies and having a flower head which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable