Cucumber

usgb/ˈkjuːkʌmbər/
noun

A green vegetable that is long and thin and often eaten raw in salads.

She sliced the cucumber and added it to the salad.
Visual representation of "cucumber" - A green vegetable that is long and thin and often eaten raw in salads

Often appears as...

  • cucumber salad
  • cucumber slice
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Edible Part

The cucumber typically refers to the edible portion, not the entire plant.

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I enjoy eating the cucumber for a healthy snack.
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Raw Consumption

Often eaten raw, cucumber is a staple in salads and can be served with a dip.

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Dip the cucumber sticks into the hummus.
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Culinary Versatility

Besides salads, cucumber is used in sandwiches, pickles, and sometimes in drinks.

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Add cucumber slices to your water for a refreshing taste.
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