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endive

en·dive [ én dv, aaN dv ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. leafy plant used in salads: a plant grown for its tightly packed curly leaves. Use: in salads, as a garnish. Latin name Cichorium endivia.

2. U.S. chicory used in salads: a plant grown for its mainly white, pointed, succulent leaves. Use: in salads. Latin name Cichorium intybus.
Canadian term  chicory


[14th century. Via French< Latin endivia< medieval Greek entubia]
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