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

El Silencio has an intense aroma, with hints of artichoke and green apple. —Isabelle Kliger, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024

There's culinary artistry too: At the decade-old Ikarus in Teguise, owners Carlos Martínez and Luisa Cabrera serve local prawn carpaccio or artichoke hearts and foie gras with passion. —Toby Skinner, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2024

According to researchers, this effect suggests a liver-protective role of artichoke supplements.7 Artichoke has also been shown to improve liver enzymes and lipid levels in people with MASLD. —Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024

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

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