: any of a genus (Asparagus of the family Asparagaceae, the asparagus family) of Old World perennial plants having much-branched stems, minute scalelike leaves, and narrow usually filiform branchlets that function as leaves
especially: one (A. officinalis) widely cultivated for its edible young shoots
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Jesse's asparagus and endive salad with the Comté cream.—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Apr. 2025 Add leek and asparagus, seasoning with salt and pepper.—Randy Graham, Oc Register, 22 Apr. 2025 Pro tip: The farm also has fresh asparagus and heirloom leaf lettuce available through early May.—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2025 Another fantastic use for your asparagus is Priya Krishna’s vegetable pulao.—Melissa Clark, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for asparagus
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Etymology
New Latin, genus name, from Latin, asparagus plant, from Greek asparagos; perhaps akin to Greek spargan to swell
capitalized: a genus of Old World perennial herbs (family Asparagaceae) having erect much-branched stems, minute scalelike leaves, and narrow filiform branchlets that function as leaves
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a
: any plant of the genus Asparagus
especially: a plant (A. officinalis) widely cultivated for its tender edible young shoots
b
: the root of cultivated asparagus formerly used as a diuretic
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