gherkin

Meanings

• noun

  A small, round, cucumber-like vegetable, pickled in brine or vinegar.

  - "He enjoyed the tangy flavor of the gherkin pickles."
  - "The sandwich was topped with lettuce, tomato, and a gherkin."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

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herring , ginger , kingdom , bringing

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Homophones

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1. gherkin (en) : A small, round, cucumber-like vegetable, pickled in brine or vinegar.
   

2. gherkin (en) : A large, heavy, metal spike used for securing things.
   

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Variants

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gherkin , gherkins

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Etymology

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The word 'gherkin' is believed to have originated from the Dutch word 'kercel' or 'gerkel', which means 'pickled herring'. However, the exact origin is uncertain.

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Trivia

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1. Gherkins are also known as 'cornichons' in France.

2. The world record for the largest gherkin weighed over 1.5 kg (3.3 lb).

3. Gherkins can be eaten fresh, but they are most commonly pickled and used as a condiment.

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Related Concepts

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1. cucumber: Gherkins are a type of cucumber that is pickled and preserved.

2. pickle: Gherkins are a type of pickle, which is a food preservation process where vegetables or fruits are soaked in brine, vinegar, or other acidic liquids.

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Culture

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Gherkins have been a popular food item since ancient times. They were first mentioned in European literature in the 15th century. In the United States, gherkins gained popularity during the 19th century when they were used as a condiment in sandwiches.

How to Memorize "gherkin"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, round, cucumber-like vegetable that is pickled and preserved.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gherkin' with pickles and sandwiches.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'gherkin' as 'Gherkin-Pickle-Sandwich'.

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