lady's finger

Meanings

• noun

  A type of fruit, also known as okra, with a long, slender pod that is edible when cooked.

  - "She added lady's finger to the gumbo."
  - "Lady's finger is a popular ingredient in Creole and Cajun cuisines."

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Synonyms

ladyfinger

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Rhymes

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finger , linger , tinger , inger , fidgetter

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Variants

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ladyfinger , ladyfingers

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Etymology

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The name 'lady's finger' is believed to have originated due to the long, slender shape of the okra pods, which resemble a woman's finger.

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Trivia

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1. Lady's finger is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

2. The okra plant is also known for its medicinal properties, particularly in traditional African and Ayurvedic medicine.

3. Okra is also known as 'gumbo file' or 'filé powder' when dried and ground, and is used as a thickener in various dishes.

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1. Okra: Okra is the botanical name for the plant that produces lady's finger pods. It is native to Africa and is now widely cultivated in tropical regions around the world.

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Culture

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In many cultures, lady's finger is a popular ingredient in various dishes, particularly in African, Caribbean, and Southern US cuisines. It is often used in gumbo, jambalaya, and curries.

How to Memorize "lady's finger"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a long, slender okra pod. Imagine slicing it into rounds or cutting it into bite-sized pieces for cooking.

2. associate
   

   - Associate lady's finger with dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, and curries. Remember that it is a type of fruit that is commonly used in savory dishes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'lady's finger' is a type of 'finger food' that is often used in cooking.

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