leeks

Meanings

• noun

  A type of vegetable belonging to the onion family, characterized by long, slender leaves and a bulbous base.

  - "Leeks are often used in cooking for their subtle onion-like flavor."
  - "Leeks are a popular ingredient in Welsh cuisine, particularly in the national dish, Cawl."

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Synonyms

scallion , the Cambrian symbol

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with leeks
peaks , speaks , leaps , keeps

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Variants

List of all variants of leeks that leads to same result
leek , leeks

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Etymology

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The word 'leek' originated from Old English 'leac' or 'leacop', meaning 'onion' or 'garlic'.

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Trivia

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1. Leeks are rich in vitamins A, C, and K.

2. Leeks were once used as a natural insecticide due to their strong scent.

3. The longest leek on record measured over 11 meters (36 feet) in length.

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Related Concepts

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1. Allium: Leeks belong to the Allium genus, which includes onions, garlic, and shallots.

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Culture

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Leeks have cultural significance in various parts of the world. In Wales, leeks are a national symbol and are traditionally worn on St. David's Day. In ancient Greece, leeks were associated with Hephaestus, the god of fire.

How to Memorize "leeks"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a long, green vegetable with a white bulbous base, similar to a large scallion.

2. associate
   

   - Associate leeks with onions and garlic, as they belong to the same family.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Lots of Leeks Are Good' to remember the word 'leeks'.

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