Cauliflower

Word CAULIFLOWER
Character 11
Hyphenation cau li flow er
Pronunciations N/A

Definitions and meanings of "Cauliflower"

What do we mean by cauliflower?

A plant (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) in the mustard family, having a large whitish head of undeveloped flowers. noun

The flower head of this plant, eaten as a vegetable. noun

A garden variety of Brassica oleracea, or cabbage, the inflorescence of which is condensed while young into a depressed fleshy head, which is highly esteemed as a vegetable. noun

A cloud (especially a volcanic cloud) having the form of a cauliflower. noun

An annual variety of Brassica oleracea, or cabbage, of which the cluster of young flower stalks and buds is eaten as a vegetable. noun

The edible head or “curd” of a cauliflower plant. noun

An annual variety of Brassica oleracea, or cabbage, of which the cluster of young flower stalks and buds is eaten as a vegetable. noun

The edible head or “curd” of a cauliflower plant. noun

A plant having a large edible head of crowded white flower buds noun

Compact head of white undeveloped flowers noun

Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, an annual variety of cabbage, of which the cluster of young flower stalks and buds is eaten as a vegetable.

The edible head or curd of a cauliflower plant.

The swelling of a cauliflower ear.

Synonyms and Antonyms for Cauliflower

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The word "cauliflower" in example sentences

It's also where I learned the expression "cauliflower ears," which refers to the appearance of one's ears, my teacher's in particular, after they've been pummeled for several decades in succession. ❋ Ralph Gardner Jr. (2011)

In fact, we like this best at room temperature, which has an added benefit: if you wait until the cauliflower is cool to sprinkle the bread crumbs on top, they'll stay good and crisp! ❋ Colin Sterling (2010)

When the cauliflower is tender-crisp, turn off the heat and add the remaining cilantro and the yogurt, and toss. ❋ Laura (2009)

Stir in the chopped cauliflower, rosemary, and Aleppo pepper, and cook over medium heat for 15 - 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and starts to caramelize. ❋ Laurie Constantino (2008)

Make the Spiced Breadcrumbs: While the cauliflower is cooking, puree together the garlic, Aleppo pepper, and anchovies (if using). ❋ Laurie Constantino (2008)

When the cauliflower is done, sprinkle with 2 Tbsp. dukkah and stir to evenly distribute. ❋ Laurie Constantino (2008)

Cook for 5 mins so the cauliflower is coated with oil. ❋ Anjali (2008)

Add 3 cups cauliflower florets (about half a medium head of cauliflower) and saute for 5-8 minutes until the cauliflower is just starting to brown and become tender (it does not need to cook completely as it will be baked again). ❋ Nupur (2007)

Cook on low heat, uncovered, until the cauliflower is tender. ❋ Nupur (2007)

Add stock and water, bring to a boil, and then simmer, covered, until the cauliflower is tender. ❋ Nupur (2007)

In Hindi, cauliflower is sometimes called just "gobi" or then called "fulgobi" (ful = flower) to distinguish it from "patta-gobi" or cabbage (patta = leaf). ❋ Nupur (2007)

Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is cooked through. ❋ Unknown (2006)

Add the onion and cauliflower and saute until the cauliflower is beginning to tender, then add the spinach and saute until the spinach is slightly wilted. ❋ Unknown (2006)

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