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endive
CIDE DICTIONARY
endive, n. [F. endive (cf. Pr., Sp. Pg., & It. endivia), fr. a deriv. of L. intibus, intybus, endive.].
A composite herb (Cichorium Endivia ). Its finely divided and much curled leaves, when blanched, are used for salad. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
endive, n.
1 a curly-leaved plant, Cichorium endivia, used in salads.
2 US a chicory crown.
1 a curly-leaved plant, Cichorium endivia, used in salads.
2 US a chicory crown.
Etymology
ME f. OF f. LL endivia ult. f. Gk entubon
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