Butterhead
noun
A type of lettuce characterized by its loose, buttery leaves.
The recipe calls for fresh butterhead lettuce for a crisp salad.

Often appears as...
- butterhead salad
- butterhead greens
Usage tips
Neutral
salad, lettuce, greens
noun
A type of lettuce characterized by its loose, buttery leaves.
The recipe calls for fresh butterhead lettuce for a crisp salad.

Often appears as...
- butterhead salad
- butterhead greens
Usage tips
Neutral
salad, lettuce, greens
Definition 1 of 1

Culinary
In cooking terms, butterhead is prized for its tender leaves.
When making salads, opt for butterhead to add a delicate flavor.
Character Descriptive
Informally, describing someone as a 'butterhead' might imply they are overly soft.
Use this term cautiously in descriptive contexts to avoid offense.
Botanical
As a type of lettuce, butterhead is cultivated in specific growing conditions.
Learn about the growing conditions for a successful garden.
Culinary
In cooking terms, butterhead is prized for its tender leaves.
When making salads, opt for butterhead to add a delicate flavor.
Character Descriptive
Informally, describing someone as a 'butterhead' might imply they are overly soft.
Use this term cautiously in descriptive contexts to avoid offense.
Botanical
As a type of lettuce, butterhead is cultivated in specific growing conditions.
Learn about the growing conditions for a successful garden.
Culinary
In cooking terms, butterhead is prized for its tender leaves.
When making salads, opt for butterhead to add a delicate flavor.
Character Descriptive
Informally, describing someone as a 'butterhead' might imply they are overly soft.
Use this term cautiously in descriptive contexts to avoid offense.
Botanical
As a type of lettuce, butterhead is cultivated in specific growing conditions.
Learn about the growing conditions for a successful garden.
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