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lactuca


Meanings
  • noun

    The 'lactuca' is a plant species belonging to the Asteraceae family, commonly known as lettuce.

  • It is grown for its edible leaves, which are consumed raw or cooked.


Variants
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lactic , lactic acid , lactic acids , lactate dehydrogenase , lactate dehydrogenases , lactic dehydrogenase
Etymology
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The word 'lactuca' comes from the Latin word 'lactuca' or 'lactuca sativa', which means 'milky' or 'milk-giving'. This refers to the milky sap that exudes from the plant when its stem is cut.


Trivia
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  1. Lettuce is rich in nutrients, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and iron.

  2. The largest lettuce head ever recorded weighed over 47 pounds!

  3. Romaine lettuce gets its name from the ancient Roman city of Rome.


Related Concepts
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  1. Asteraceae family: The Asteraceae family, also known as the daisy family, is one of the largest plant families in the world. It includes a wide range of plants, from sunflowers to daisies and lettuce.


Culture
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Lettuce has been cultivated for thousands of years and is believed to have originated in the Mediterranean region. It has been used in various forms of art, literature, and cuisine throughout history. In ancient Rome, lettuce was considered a symbol of wealth and was often served at banquets.

How to Memorize "lactuca"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the word 'lactuca', visualize a lettuce plant with its milky sap. Imagine the crisp, green leaves and the white sap that oozes out when the stem is cut.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'lactuca' with the idea of a crisp, cool salad on a hot summer day. Think about the taste and texture of the lettuce leaves.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Lettuce is a Lively Milk-Giver' to remember the name of the plant. Focus on the 'L' sound in 'Lettuce' and the 'M' sound in 'Milk-Giver' to help remember the word.


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